If a Cutoff Scores Is Lowered,the Effect of This on Hiring

question 16

Multiple Choice

If a cutoff scores is lowered,the effect of this on hiring results is likely to be _______________.

• A)fewer false negatives only
• B)both fewer false negatives and more true positives
• C)fewer false negatives and fewer false positives
• D)more false negatives and more false positives

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Definitions:

Short-Term Memory

The part of the memory system where information is stored for a short duration, typically seconds to minutes.

Long-Term Memory

The aspect of memory capable of storing an unlimited amount of information for periods ranging from several minutes to a lifetime.

Procedural Memories

Memories of how things are done, such as riding a bike or playing an instrument, that are often recalled unconsciously.

Implicit Memories

Memories that influence our behaviors and knowledge without conscious awareness, such as procedural memories.