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Cognitive ability tests are one of the best predictors of job performance, yet they have substantial adverse impact against minorities. Do you think it's fair to use such test? Why or why not? Give an example of a test that you believe to be fair. (Staffing Organizations)

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Cognitive Ability Tests

Cognitive Ability tests can be defined as the tests of perception, thinking, intelligence, memory, problem handling abilities and verbal expressions, mathematical abilities, critical thinking, etc. of an individual. In the organizations, in order to analyze the performance of the employees it is one of the best methods. There are various advantages of this test in the organizations. ...

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