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What is a limitation of using references in predicting future employee success?
What is a limitation of using references in predicting future employee success?
- Applicants often choose references that would portray them in a positive light (correct)
- The applicant is not allowed to see the reference before it is sent
- The method used by the letter writer is more important than the actual content
- The person writing the letter often knows the applicant very well
What is the primary limitation of ability tests in predicting future performance?
What is the primary limitation of ability tests in predicting future performance?
- Lack of face validity
- Difficulty in setting a passing score
- Result in high levels of adverse impact
- All of the above (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a type of ability test?
Which of the following is NOT a type of ability test?
- Perceptual Ability
- Emotional Intelligence (correct)
- Cognitive Ability
- Psychomotor Ability
What is a common requirement for jobs that require a certain level of education or training?
What is a common requirement for jobs that require a certain level of education or training?
What is the primary purpose of job knowledge tests?
What is the primary purpose of job knowledge tests?
What is a criticism of physical agility tests?
What is a criticism of physical agility tests?
What is the primary purpose of a reference check?
What is the primary purpose of a reference check?
What is a potential legal consequence of not checking an applicant's references?
What is a potential legal consequence of not checking an applicant's references?
What is a letter of recommendation typically used for?
What is a letter of recommendation typically used for?
Why is it important to check an applicant's references?
Why is it important to check an applicant's references?
What is a common reason for using references and letters of recommendation?
What is a common reason for using references and letters of recommendation?
What is the main difference between a reference and a letter of recommendation?
What is the main difference between a reference and a letter of recommendation?
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