Your friend Jimmy has been encouraged to take the Oregon Vocational Interest Scales (ORVIS) but does not think it will be a valid assessment. Based on what you know about the ORVIS, explain why Jimmy is mistaken.
What will be an ideal response?
A good answer would include the following key points:
- Scales such as the Oregon Vocational Interest Scales (ORVIS) do not directly measure personality.
- However, most people have their personality traits in mind when they think about which jobs might suit them. As such, vocational interest scales can be surprisingly accurate.
- ORVIS suggests a range of careers that might fit different personality types, rather than indicating specific jobs.
- In that regard, the fit between a general pattern of personality dimensions and a general occupational profile provides a more valid assessment process.
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