Schmidt 03

Question 1

Predictive validity (def.)

Answer 1

the ability to predict future job performance, job-related learning and other criteria

Question 2

Dterminants of practical value (utility) of selection mehtods

Answer 2

1. The validity of a hiring method
2. The variability of job performance
3. The selection ratio

Question 3

Variabiliyt of employee job performance (measured using two different scales)

Answer 3

1. Dollar value of output
2. Output as percentage of mean output

Question 4

Selection ratio (def.)

Answer 4

the proportion of applicant who are hired.