Quiz 1.2.1 Distinguishing between tests of maximum performance and typical performance

A test of _________ performance measures how an individual will perform when putting in their best effort

A test of _______ performance measures how an individual will normally perform or behave

An example of a test of maximum performance is

An example of a test of typical performance is

Still thinking about tests of maximum and typical performance decide whether the following statements refer to tests of maximum performance or typical performance.

These tests are often self report or others reporting, and they have no right or wrong answers.

Still thinking about tests of maximum and typical performance decide whether the following statements refer to tests of maximum performance or typical performance.

These tests have right and wrong answers

Still thinking about tests of maximum and typical performance decide whether the following statements refer to tests of maximum performance or typical performance.

These tests are performed under timed conditions.

Still thinking about tests of maximum and typical performance decide whether the following statements refer to tests of maximum performance or typical performance.

These tests are not timed, although guidance on usual completion time is often given.

Still thinking about tests of maximum and typical performance decide whether the following statements refer to tests of maximum performance or typical performance.

These tests measure how we perform when we are putting in our best effort.

Still thinking about tests of maximum and typical performance decide whether the following statements refer to tests of maximum performance or typical performance.

These tests measure how we normally think, feel and behave across different situations.

The following question are about the distinction between attainment ability and aptitude tests. The following questions give you a name or an outline of the test and your job is to decide if the test is an attainment, ability or aptitude test which are all measure of maximum performance.

You may want to refer to the BPS Psychological testing centre reviews to answer some of these questions https://explore.bps.org.uk/test-reviews

When I have taken a training programme and I am given a test on how much I have learned this is …

I have applied for a job as a content and social media executive. As a part of the selection process I have been invited to take the SHL verbal reasoning test.

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Sean has an interview with Volkswagen to be a mechanic.  Volkswagen have designed their own test of mechanical ability that relates only to Volkswagen engines.

The Criterion Utopia Numerical Reasoning Test is..

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In the UK the DVLA driving theory test is

SHL Diagrammatic Reasoning Test

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The Carrus abilities is…

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https://aqrinternational.co.uk/product/carrus-assessment

The Ravens Progressive Matrices is

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End of school examinations (e.g. GCSE examinations in the UK) are

Please download the document please complete the table by ticking the relevant category or categories of test for the example in the first column by consulting the Psychological Testing Centre website. The first two have been completed for you. 

Complete the table

https://explore.bps.org.uk/search?f%5B0%5D=chapter_type%3Atest-review-item-test-review

Give another example of a test and state which of the categories it best fits into either specific or general.

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