Best predictors of job performance

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Cognitive ability tests are one of the best predictors of job performance, yet studies show they have substantial adverse impact against minorities.

1) Do you think it's fair to use such tests?

2) Why or why not?

3) Discuss guidelines you would implement.

Also, if you have seen the movie "Waiting for Superman", I would be interested in your thoughts regarding that movie and how our educational system could be impacting this ability to do well on cognitive ability tests.

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