Scarlett has received authorization to add an assistant manager to her department. This person will be working closely with Scarlett and must have excellent interpersonal as well as technical skills. Scarlett wants to make certain that she maximizes the chance of choosing the correct individual and is trying to decide on the most appropriate selection device.
-Scarlett is considering administering written integrity tests to management candidates that pass the initial screening. These tests will most likely help Scarlett to predict a candidate's ________.
A) propensity to react calmly under stress
B) degree of positive self-concept
C) spatial and mechanical abilities
D) likelihood of posing discipline problems
E) degree of attention to detail

Question

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Written integrity tests are designed to assess a candidate's likelihood of unethical behavior, including the potential for lying, stealing, and violating company policies. This can help predict whether a candidate is likely to pose discipline problems in the future. However, written tests may not be as effective at predicting other traits like attention to detail or ability to react calmly under stress.

Scarlett Has Received Authorization to Add an Assistant Manager to Her