What Does the Body of Research on the Use of Personality

question 23

Multiple Choice

What does the body of research on the use of personality tests in candidate selection suggest?

• A) Personality tests are invalid for use in selection.
• B) Personality tests have better predictive validities than both cognitive ability test and work samples combined.
• C) The Big 5 personality characteristics are all highly predictive of training success across a variety of occupations.
• D) Specific personality characteristics are related to specific types of performance outcomes.

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Definitions:

ALCOA Case

A landmark antitrust case against the Aluminum Company of America (ALCOA), emphasizing legal issues related to monopolies and market competition.

Rule of Reason

A legal doctrine used in antitrust law that evaluates business practices based on their overall circumstances and their impact on competition, rather than deeming them inherently illegal.

Supreme Court

The highest judicial court in a country or state, often having the final word in legal disputes and constitutional issues.

Oil And Tobacco Trusts

Historical terms referring to the monopolistic organizations formed in the oil and tobacco industries to control production and prices.