If an HR Specialist Is Assessing the Usefulness of Predictors

question 45

Multiple Choice

If an HR specialist is assessing the usefulness of predictors in forecasting job success, and it is noted that a given predictor has both high validity and high adverse impact, the HR specialist should conclude ________.

• A) this can never happen and the method of calculating validity must be incorrect
• B) this is a common circumstance and the predictor should be used
• C) if the predictor is highly correlated with other predictors, this will compensate for adverse impact
• D) legal problems could result and alternative predictors should be sought

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Definitions:

Initial Encounter

The first time a patient meets with a healthcare provider for treatment or evaluation of a particular condition or health concern.

Malunion

A fractured bone that did not heal correctly; healing of bone that was not in proper position or alignment.

Coronoid Process

A projection on the upper end of the ulna, a bone in the forearm, which helps to stabilize the elbow joint.

Displaced Fracture

A bone fracture where the two ends of the broken bone are separated from each other.