Biodata, although it is seen as reliable in many ways, primarily represents averages in a larger data
Question:
Biodata, although it is seen as reliable in many ways, primarily represents averages in a larger data set. Do you think that this is misrepresentative for most individuals? Averages typically include values ranging from opposite ends of the data set, as well as figures between those poles, meaning data is almost always accurately and inaccurately representing a smaller subset of the data group. With biodata using averages from test results to indicate likely job performance, it would make sense to assume that most people would produce favorable results, based on how the data is interpreted. While I do also believe that there are adverse impacts behind biodata assessments, I do believe the data is relatively accurate in representing the abilities of the entire applicant pool. What do you think?