Which of the following is a direct (rather than an indirect)measure of job applicants' capabilities to do the job?
A)creativity tests
B)cognitive ability tests
C)personality tests
D)work sample tests

Question

Which of the following is a direct (rather than an indirect)measure of job applicants' capabilities to do the job?
A)creativity tests  
B)cognitive ability tests  
C)personality tests  
D)work sample tests

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Work sample tests allow applicants to demonstrate their skills and abilities by actually performing tasks that are similar to those they would be required to do on the job. This makes it a direct measure of their capabilities to do the job. Creativity tests, cognitive ability tests, and personality tests are all indirect measures as they assess traits that may be related to job performance but not necessarily job capability.

Which of the Following Is a Direct (Rather Than an Indirect)measure