Answer: TRUE
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Objective: Chapter objective 2
88) Computerized and online testing can only be done with esoteric,
unconventional tests.
Skill: AACSB: Reflective Thinking
Objective: Chapter objective 2
89) The in-basket exercise is a personality test exercise.
Skill: AACSB: Reflective Thinking
Objective: Chapter objective 2
90) Projective personality tests allow for rejected candidates to claim that the
results violate the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Objective: Chapter objective 2
91) A structured interview is the only kind that is allowed in organizations.
Objective: Chapter objective 4
92) Structured interviews are more reliable than unstructured ones.
Objective: Chapter objective 4
93) In an interview, according to one researcher, you have lots of time to make an
impression on the interviewer.
Objective: Chapter objective 4
94) Behavioral interview questions focus on future behavior.
Objective: Chapter objective 4
95) Interview panels that have racially balanced composition rated white
applicants higher across all panel members.
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96) In an interview, it is recommend that you begin the interview by jumping right
in to the crux of the matter.
Objective: Chapter objective 4
97) Jane follows John in an interview session. John is a particularly inept
individual who is nervous and comes across poorly. Jane is more likely to be
perceived in a positive light.
Skill: AACSB: Analytical Skills
Objective: Chapter objective 4
98) The Personality Profile Analysis can be completed online in 10 minutes.
Objective: Chapter objective 2
99) The polygraph is the only honesty test available to employers.
Objective: Chapter objective 3
100) What problems are associated with drug testing?
Skill: AACSB: Communication
Objective: Chapter objective 3
101) Graphology’s validity is undeniable.
Objective: Chapter objective 3
102) Drug tests always correlate closely with impairment levels.
Objective: Chapter objective 3
103) Handwriting analysis is used to predict personality traits.
Objective: Chapter objective 3
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104) A polygraph measures physiological changes in the human body and is used
to detect lies.
Objective: Chapter objective 3
105) You should not have the candidate sign a release for background checking so
as not to alert him/her that you will be checking.
Skill: AACSB: Reflective Thinking
Objective: Chapter objective 3
106) Nonverbal behavior can affect applicant’s rating in an interview.
Objective: Chapter objective 4
107) Behavioral interview questions focus on past situations.
Objective: Chapter objective 4
108) Why is careful selection important?
Skill: AACSB: Communication
Objective: Chapter objective 1
109) What is an achievement test? Give an example.
Objective: Chapter objective 2
110) What is a management assessment center?
Objective: Chapter objective 2
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111) Explain two basic types of interviews.
Skill: AACSB: Communication
Objective: Chapter objective 4
112) List and explain two basic interview types. Explain which one might be
better.
Skill: AACSB: Communication
Objective: Chapter objective 4
113) List three “do’s” for interviews.
Skill: AACSB: Communication
Objective: Chapter objective 4
114) List and describe two types of validity.
Skill: AACSB: Communication
Objective: Chapter objective 1
115) What is reliability?
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Skill: AACSB: Communication
Objective: Chapter objective 1
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116) List the steps needed to validate a test.
Objective: Chapter objective 1
117) Once a candidate allows a company to use a test, the test taker gives up all
rights.
Objective: Chapter objective 1
118) What is negligent hiring?
Skill: AACSB: Communication
Objective: Chapter objective 1
119) Screening can help dysfunctional behaviors at work.
Objective: Chapter objective 1
120) How do nonverbal behaviors and impression management affect interviewer
ratings of candidates?
Skill: AACSB: Communication
Objective: Chapter objective 4
121) Why is it important to select the right employees for a position?
Skill: AACSB: Communication
Objective: Chapter objective 1
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122) How can employers protect themselves against claims of negligent hiring?
Objective: Chapter objective 1
123) Describe the three main ways to demonstrate a test’s validity in employment
testing.
Objective: Chapter objective 1
124) Explain the five steps in the validation process.
Objective: Chapter objective 1
125) What is a management assessment center? What else can managers use these
centers for besides selection? Provide five examples of typical simulated exercises
used in management assessment centers.
3) management games, 4) individual presentations, 5) objective tests, and 6) the
interview. These centers can be used for promotion and development purposes as
well as for selection.
Objective: Chapter objective 2
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