Criterion Related Validation Is

question 46

Multiple Choice

Criterion Related Validation is

• A) based on data relating to job performance which is gathered from a simulated exercise or other on-the-job measures of performance.
• B) based on a representative sample of job-related tasks, behaviors, and knowledge.
• C) based on measuring psychological characteristics which are job-related behavior.
• D) All of the choices are correct.

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Definitions:

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