Even Though Interviews Have Fairly Low Criterion-Related Validity, Including Them

question 45

Multiple Choice

Even though interviews have fairly low criterion-related validity, including them in a selection system is helpful because:

• A)it is necessary to be able to legally defend a selection system.
• B)it provides applicants with a realistic job preview.
• C)it demonstrates no bias against minority members.
• D)low performers tend to dislike interviews, so including them can help to make the applicant pool smaller.

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