The Research Literature from Industrial/organizational Psychology on the Use of the Clinical

question 11

Multiple Choice

The research literature from industrial/organizational psychology on the use of the clinical interview process in police selection

• A)gives no indication that the interview is a valid predictor of job performance.
• B)shows that the interview is a valid predictor of job performance.
• C)shows the interview is a more valid predictor than personality tests.
• D)shows that the interview is rarely used in police selection.

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Definitions:

Affirmative Action

Policies and measures aimed at increasing the representation of historically disadvantaged groups in various areas such as employment, education, and business.

Agreeableness

A personality trait characterized by attributes such as trust, altruism, kindness, affection, and other prosocial behaviors.

Good-natured

Having or characterized by a pleasant, agreeable, and cooperative disposition.

Trusting

The act of believing in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something without requiring constant proof or evidence.