Which of the following statements is true about using physical testing as a selection method?
A) Physical exams cannot be used as a method to reduce insurance claims.
B) Drug testing is not permissible unless the firm can demonstrate that it is a bona fide occupational qualification.
C) Physical tests cannot be used unless the requirements being screened relate to job performance.
D) Physical tests can only test current illnesses or capacity; they cannot be used to test for potential problems.

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According to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), physical tests can only be used if they are directly related to the job requirements and have been validated as job-related and consistent with business necessity. This means that physical tests must be used to measure a specific job performance requirement, such as the ability to lift a certain weight or perform a certain task. They cannot be used as a general screening tool for potential health issues or non-job-related factors. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because they do not accurately reflect EEOC guidelines for physical testing.

Which of the Following Statements Is True About Using Physical