Examples of employment tests and other selection procedures, many of which can be administered online, include the following:
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Cognitive
tests assess reasoning, memory, perceptual speed and accuracy, and skills in
arithmetic and reading comprehension, as well as knowledge of a particular
function or job;
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Physical
ability tests measure the physical ability to perform a particular task or the
strength of specific muscle groups, as well as strength and stamina in general;
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Sample
job tasks (e.g., performance tests, simulations, work samples, and realistic
job previews) assess performance and aptitude on particular tasks;
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Medical
inquiries and physical examinations, including psychological tests, assess
physical or mental health;
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Personality
tests and integrity tests assess the degree to which a person has certain
traits or dispositions (e.g., dependability, cooperativeness, safety) or aim to
predict the likelihood that a person will engage in certain conduct (e.g.,
theft, absenteeism);
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Criminal
background checks provide information on arrest and conviction history;
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Credit
checks provide information on credit and financial history;
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Performance
appraisals reflect a supervisor’s assessment of an individual’s performance;
and
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English
proficiency tests determine English fluency.