The Common Wisdom in the Literature on Employee Selection-That Cognitive

question 45

True/False

The common wisdom in the literature on employee selection-that cognitive ability testing is not biased against minority group members-is now being significantly challenged.

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Definitions:

Priming

A technique in psychology used to train a person's memory in both positive and negative ways, influencing their responses and perceptions.

Decay Theory

A theory suggesting that memory fades due to the mere passage of time unless it is actively reviewed.

Forgetting

The loss or decline of memory over time, which can occur due to various factors including the passage of time, interference, or failure to store information effectively.

Replacement

The act of substituting one thing for another, often to improve or repair.