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bclement10 · **on:** Jun 23, 2018

Which of the following pre-employment test measures the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a particular position?

A) Cognitive test
B) Language proficiency test
C) Job knowledge and skills test
D) Personality test
E) Integrity test

Question 2

In addition to being able to handle the responsibilities of the position, what else do employers look for?

A) A candidate who will be a good fit for the organization
B) A candidate with a lower starting salary
C) A candidate who has extensive experience in a similar position
D) A candidate who can be easily trained
E) A candidate who is flexible

qytan · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: C
Explanation: C) Job knowledge and job skills tests measure the knowledge and skills required to succeed in a particular position. An accounting candidate, for example, might be tested on accounting principles and legal matters (knowledge) and asked to create a simple balance sheet or income statement (skills).

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A
Explanation: A) Interviews give employers the chance to go beyond the basic data of your rsum to get to know you and to answer two essential questions. The first is whether you can handle the responsibilities of the position. The second essential question is whether you will be a good fit with the organization and the target position.