Imagine That You Are a Psychological Consultant and That You've

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Essay

Imagine that you are a psychological consultant and that you've been called in to give advice and make recommendations regarding Mind Master Corporation's use of IQ testing. The MMC managers want to use IQ scores to select employees and assign them to various jobs and positions. The managers have asked for your input regarding the basic problems and errors they might have in using IQ scores as a means of predicting individual performance.

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Definitions:

Relations-oriented Behavior

Behavior focused on creating and maintaining positive interpersonal relationships within a team or organization.

Performance Standards

Benchmarks or criteria used to assess the quality and effectiveness of work or tasks performed by individuals or groups.

Task-oriented Behaviors

Actions and activities focused on completing assigned tasks or achieving certain objectives, often emphasizing efficiency and effectiveness.

Performance Standards

Benchmarks or expectations that define the level of quality or achievement required in a particular area of work or activity.