Outcome 4 // reaching a selection decision

Question 1

summary

Answer 1

can do” and “will do” factors //// final decision/// most reliable and valid information

statistical approach

multiple cutoff model
those candidates who score above a minimum cutoff level remain in the running.

multiple hurdle model,

Question 2

“can do” factors

Answer 2

knowledge and skills

aptitude (the potential) for acquiring new knowledge and skills

Question 3

“will do” factors

Answer 3

motivation, interests, and other personality characteristics.

Question 4

Decision-Making Strategy

Answer 4

1. Should the individuals be hired according to their highest potential or
   according to the needs of the organization?
2. At what grade or wage level should the individual be started?
3. To what extent should those who are not qualified but are qualifiable (have potential) be considered?
4. Should overqualified individuals be considered?

Question 5

Clinical Approach

Answer 5

those making the selection decision review all the data on the applicants.

Question 6

Statistical Approach

Answer 6

decision making is more objective.

Individuals with the highest combined scores are selected

Question 7

compensatory model

Answer 7

A selection decision model in which a a high score in one area can make up for a low score in another area

Question 8

multiple cutoff model

Answer 8

A selection decision model that requires an applicant to achieve a minimum level of proficiency on all selection dimensions

Question 9

multiple hurdle model

Answer 9

A sequential strategy in which only the applicants with the highest scores at an initial test stage go on to
subsequent stages

Question 10

selection ratio

Answer 10

The number of applicants compared to the number of people to be hired