Question 1

Mechanical aptitude tests measure which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)   The ability to learn physical and mechanical principles and manipulate mechanical objects
B)   Grip strength
C)   The ability in carpentry and cabinetry
D)   The manner individuals think about spatial principles and their ability to place objects in the world
E)   None of theseF) A) and B)
G) B) and E)

Question 2

Match each test with the test category to which it belongs.
-The Iowa Test of Music Literacy

Accepted Answer

A)  Interest Inventory
B)  Multiple Aptitude Test
C)  Special Aptitude TestD) A) and B)
E) A) and C)

Question 3

Match each test with the test category to which it belongs.
-The Self-Directed Search

Accepted Answer

A)  Interest Inventory
B)  Multiple Aptitude Test
C)  Special Aptitude TestD) All of the above
E) A) and B)

Question 4

The Differential Aptitude Test is the most widely used multiple aptitude test in the world.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following describes the purpose of the Occupations Finder, the Dictionary of Holland Occupational Codes, and O*NET?

Accepted Answer

A)   To identify abilities of the individual
B)   To identify strengths and weaknesses of the various Holland Codes
C)   To find salary ranges and job descriptions of various Holland Codes
D)   To cross-reference Holland Codes with various occupationsE) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 6

The predictive validity of the DAT PCA is excellent.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Match each test with the test category to which it belongs.
-The Campbell Interest and Skill Survey (CISS)

Accepted Answer

A)  Interest Inventory
B)  Multiple Aptitude Test
C)  Special Aptitude TestD) A) and B)
E) A) and C)

Question 8

If during the development of a multiple aptitude test, the test publisher finds a number of high correlations among several of their subtests, this could be an indication of:

Accepted Answer

A)   high validity, as the test shows inter-test purity.
B)   high reliability, as the tests are highly correlated with one another.
C)   the need for further refinement of the test, as some of the subtests may be measuring similar factors.
D)   low practicality because time could be saved by administering less tests.
E)   none of these.F) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT true about The Differential Aptitude Test (DAT) ?

Accepted Answer

A)   It is for students grades 7 through 12 and measures students' ability to learn or succeed in a number of different areas.
B)   It includes a Career Interest Inventory to determine what careers might be of interest to the individual taking the test.
C)   The DAT has eight separate tests that measure a variety of areas important for success in a number of areas.
D)   It has shown fairly good reliability and validity, although there is little evidence of predictive validity.
E)   All of these are true.F) All of the above
G) A) and B)

Question 10

The COPSystem is known for which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)   Hexagon model of personality types
B)   Eight occupational groups and six levels determined by parenting style
C)   Eight career clusters primarily determined by an ability placement survey
D)   Three dimensional cube containing 180 different career groups or clusters
E)   None of theseF) B) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 11

Match each test with the test category to which it belongs.
-The U.S. Postal Service's 473 Battery Examination

Accepted Answer

A)  Interest Inventory
B)  Multiple Aptitude Test
C)  Special Aptitude TestD) A) and B)
E) A) and C)

Question 12

Which of the following is true about the ASVAB?

Accepted Answer

A)   The paper-and-pencil version of the ASVAB is scored in the same manner as the computerized version of the ASVAB.
B)   The paper-and-pencil version of the ASVAB takes twice as long as to administer as the computerized version.
C)   The FYI section of the ASVAB allows respondents to determine their abilities across several domains.
D)   Although the ASVAB has high reliability, its ability to predict success in military occupations is low.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 13

Match each test with the test category to which it belongs.
-The Mechanical Aptitude Test (MAT-3C)

Accepted Answer

A)  Interest Inventory
B)  Multiple Aptitude Test
C)  Special Aptitude TestD) A) and B)
E) A) and C)

Question 14

The ASVAB has been shown to predict poorly for military occupations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Match each test with the test category to which it belongs.
-The Bennett Test of Mechanical Comprehension

Accepted Answer

A)  Interest Inventory
B)  Multiple Aptitude Test
C)  Special Aptitude TestD) A) and B)
E) A) and C)

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT true about the ASVAB?

Accepted Answer

A)   It consists of 10 power tests for which separate scores are given.
B)   The power tests have been shown to measure similar qualities than are measured in intelligence tests.
C)   Combinations of the power tests form three composite scores are in the areas of verbal skills, math skills, and science and technical skills
D)   The three composite scores tend to be important for success in a number of jobsE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 17

Match each test with the test category to which it belongs.
-The Wiesen Test of Mechanical Aptitude

Accepted Answer

A)  Interest Inventory
B)  Multiple Aptitude Test
C)  Special Aptitude TestD) A) and B)
E) A) and C)

Question 18

Match each test with the test category to which it belongs.
-The Music Aptitude Profile

Accepted Answer

A)  Interest Inventory
B)  Multiple Aptitude Test
C)  Special Aptitude TestD) A) and C)
E) B) and C)

Question 19

Which of the following is true about interest inventories?

Accepted Answer

A)   They are based on an individual's abilities.
B)   They are helpful in assessing one's intellect in order to make conclusions about career choice.
C)   They need little if any assistance to interpret.
D)   They are fairly good at predicting job satisfaction based on occupational fit.E) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 20

The COPSystem is useful for identifying interests, but not ability or values.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 10: Career and Occupational Assessment: Interest Inventories, Multiple Aptitude, and Special Aptitude Tests

The COPSystem is useful for identifying interests, but not ability or values.

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If during the development of a multiple aptitude test, the test publisher finds a number of high correlations among several of their subtests, this could be an indication of:

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The COPSystem is known for which of the following?

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Which of the following describes the purpose of the Occupations Finder, the Dictionary of Holland Occupational Codes, and O*NET?

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Which of the following is true about interest inventories?

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Mechanical aptitude tests measure which of the following?

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The ASVAB has been shown to predict poorly for military occupations.

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Match each test with the test category to which it belongs. -The Mechanical Aptitude Test (MAT-3C)

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Match each test with the test category to which it belongs. -The Self-Directed Search

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Match each test with the test category to which it belongs. -The U.S. Postal Service's 473 Battery Examination

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Which of the following is true about the ASVAB?

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Which of the following is NOT true about the ASVAB?

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Match each test with the test category to which it belongs. -The Wiesen Test of Mechanical Aptitude

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The predictive validity of the DAT PCA is excellent.

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Match each test with the test category to which it belongs. -The Bennett Test of Mechanical Comprehension

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Match each test with the test category to which it belongs. -The Campbell Interest and Skill Survey (CISS)

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The Differential Aptitude Test is the most widely used multiple aptitude test in the world.

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Match each test with the test category to which it belongs. -The Music Aptitude Profile

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Which of the following is NOT true about The Differential Aptitude Test (DAT) ?

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Match each test with the test category to which it belongs. -The Iowa Test of Music Literacy

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