Which Is an Example of a False Negative in the Context

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which is an example of a false negative in the context of employee selection?

• A) hired applicants who scored at or above the cut-off score on the employment test and then went on to fail on the job
• B) hired applicants who scored at or above the cut-off score on the employment test and then went on to succeed on the job
• C) rejected applicants who scored below the cut-off score on the employment test who would have never gone on to succeed on the job
• D) rejected applicants who scored below the cut-off score on the employment test who would have succeeded on the job had they been hired

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Definitions:

P Value

A statistical measure that indicates the probability of the observed data occurring under the null hypothesis, used in hypothesis testing to determine significance.

95% Confidence Intervals

Statistical ranges, with a 95% surety, where the true value of a parameter, like a mean, is expected to lie.

Means

Methods or resources available to accomplish an end or to achieve a desired outcome.

Genetic Predispositions

The inherent genetic characteristics that influence the likelihood of developing certain diseases or conditions.