Question

Mr. Murthy is the Human Resource Manager of Jai Hind Hospital in Vellore. He has to appoint nurses for the hospital. Since patients in the hospital are of different types, he wants to find out the candidates’ maturity and emotions in dealing with the patients. He also wants to know about the candidates’ ability to take decisions. 

Explain two types of tests that Mr. Murthy can use to meet his requirements.

Answer 1

Following are the tests that Mr Murthy can use to meet his requirements : 

1. Intelligence test – An intelligence test is a test which is used to judge the level of intelligence quotient of an applicant i.e., mental capacity. An intelligence test measures the applicant’s ability to understand the instructions, to access the learning ability and to make decisions and judgments. 

2. Personality test – A personality test is a test which is used to measure the person’s overall personality and qualities. Personality test measures applicant’s value system, his emotional reactions, maturity etc.