Tests

Identify the features of the following tests which can be used in the selection process using examples of an organisation that would use them in their selection process.

o Practical Tests
o Medical Tests
o General Ability Test
o Personality Tests



1) To find out if you have the physical ability for the job.
2) To find out if you are medically fit enough for the job.
3) To make sure you have the general ability for the job
4) To make sure you have the correct personality required for the job.



1) To discover whether or not the applicant is willing to take on the tasks within the organisation
2) To find out if the applicant is fit enough to under take the tasks that the company require of them.
3) To see if they can cope :) Also, to see if the interviewee has the stamina to complete all tasks given to the best standard.
4) To find out if their personality and personal qualities are suitable for the job they are applying for.


1. Someone applying to be a joiner would have to sit a practical test to see their skills.
2. someone applying for the police would have to go through a medical examination
3. someone applying to be a shop assistant would need to pass a general ability test
4. Most jobs look for you to pass a personal ability test.