Stereotype threat is most likely to be an issue with which method of personnel selection?
A) cognitive-based testing
B) personality-based testing
C) structured interview
D) unstructured interview
Answer: A
Rationale: Stereotype threat (from previous chapter) occurs when knowledge of a stereotype about a group you belong to impairs performance. This is phenomenon most often an issue with regards to cognitive-based testing, such as aptitude and achievement tests.
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