Company XYZ is using an aptitude test to measure the applicants' cognitive abilities.The score of the test can vary from 10 to 100.A score of 10 indicates very low cognitive abilities whereas a score of 100 indicates exceptional cognitive abilities.A job candidate, Robert, received a score of 87 when he took the test in April.Robert took the test again (same test)in June.However, the second time his score was only 42.What type of problem may this test have?
A)A predictive validity problem
B)A reliability problem
C)A content validity problem
D)A construct validity problem
E)A concurrent validity problem

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A reliability problem is indicated by the significant inconsistency in Robert's scores from the same test taken at two different times. Reliable tests should produce similar results under consistent conditions.

Company XYZ Is Using an Aptitude Test to Measure the Applicants