Decision Theory Is Used to Determine a Test's Utility for Hiring

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Multiple Choice

Decision theory is used to determine a test's utility for hiring employees who need to have high attention to detail to be successful on the job.In this context,to what does the term hit rate refer?

• A) the proportion of people the test accurately identified as having this characteristic
• B) the proportion of people the test failed to identify as having this characteristic
• C) the number of people the test incorrectly identified as having this characteristic
• D) the number of people having this characteristic that the test did not identify

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Definitions:

Runout

The degree of wobble or deviation from true circular rotation often related to rotors or wheels.

Rotor Parallelism

The degree to which both sides of a brake rotor are equidistant to each other, essential for smooth braking.

Micrometer

A precision measuring instrument used to measure very small distances, thicknesses, or diameters with high accuracy.

Rotor Vents

Channels or openings in brake rotors that allow for air circulation to reduce heat buildup during braking.