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Peer reviewedHall, Alfred E. – Journal of Educational Measurement, 1985
The 12 subtests of the Ball Aptitude Battery (BAB) listed in the administration manual were described. The reviewer believes this aptitude battery, designed for use with high school students and adults in job selection and placement, needs major improvements. It is suggested that the BAB be used solely for research purposes. (DWH)
Descriptors: Adults, Aptitude Tests, High Schools, Norm Referenced Tests
Download full textHunter, John E. – 1983
This paper reviews the now massive general literature showing that psychological tests are fair to minorities. This literature shows that there is no single group validity, there is no differential validity, and tests overpredict rather than underpredict minority job performance. Further evidence in regard to blacks is introduced from 51…
Descriptors: Adults, American Indians, Aptitude Tests, Asian Americans
