Some Employers Use Lie Detector Tests to Screen Job Applicants

question 57

Multiple Choice

Some employers use lie detector tests to screen job applicants. Lie detector tests are not completely reliable. Suppose that in a lie detector test, 65% of lies are identified as lies and
That 14% of true statements are also identified as lies. A company gives its job applicants a
Polygraph test, asking "Did you tell the truth on your job application?". Suppose that 93% of
The job applicants tell the truth during the polygraph test. What is the probability that a person
Who fails the test was actually telling the truth?

• A)0.349
• B)0.14
• C)0.741
• D)0.259

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Definitions:

Employment Test

Consists of assessments used by employers to evaluate potential or current employees' abilities, skills, personality, and fit for a job.

Daily Work Activities

Routine tasks or responsibilities that are part of an individual's everyday job.

Interpersonal Skills

These refer to the ability to communicate effectively, empathize with others, and build relationships, crucial in both personal and professional settings.

Job Satisfaction

The level of contentment employees feel about their work, which can affect their performance and overall well-being.