In employee selection, validity refers to the extent to which a selection method:

Correct answer: B. Measures qualities related to job performance

  • A. Produces the same result repeatedly
  • B. Measures qualities related to job performance
  • C. Costs less than other selection methods
  • D. Can be completed in a short time

Explanation

Validity means that a selection method accurately measures or predicts qualities relevant to successful job performance. Producing consistent results is reliability, which is related but not identical to validity.

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