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In order to… (Class 12 Business Studies SQP 2024-25, Q26A)

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Business StudiesCBSE Class 12 · Sample paper, session 2024-25 · 4 marks · Long answer

CBSE Class 12 Business Studies sample paper 2024-25: question 26(A)

From the official CBSE sample question paper for 2024-25, section C, question 26(A), for 4 marks. Try it first; the hints and our step-by-step solution are below.

Q26(A) · 4 marks · Long answerStaffing

In order to streamline the selection procedure, so as to minimise the margin of errors, certain tests are carried out that attempt to measure the characteristics of individuals. Explain any four such tests.

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Hints

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Hint 1

Which test measures potential and which measures existing skill?

Hint 2

Five selection tests: intelligence, aptitude, personality, trade, interest.

Step-by-step solution

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  1. Intelligence tests: Measure a person's intelligence quotient, an indicator of learning ability and the ability to make decisions and judgements.

    1 mark

  2. Aptitude tests: Measure a person's potential for learning new skills, i.e. capacity to develop.

    1 mark

  3. Personality tests: Probe emotions, reactions, maturity and value system; they are difficult to design and implement.

    1 mark

  4. Trade tests: Measure the existing skills, knowledge and proficiency in a profession or technical area. (Also: interest tests.)

    1 mark

Answer: Intelligence, aptitude, personality and trade tests (also interest tests).

Where the marks are

  • Any four tests: 1 mark each

Revise the chapter

  • Chapter: Staffing (notes, formulas, where marks are lost and every past question)
Practise this chapterBoard-style questions from Staffing, one at a time, marked against the answer key and marking points.Back to the full paperSample paper 2024-25: every question, by section.

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