ia icecream has been mixing up fresh, gourmet ice cream for customers. The company originated in Dallas and now boasts stores in $35$ states. The business has primarily expanded by selling franchises to qualified candidates. The company executives realize that the firm's success depends upon the success of each franchise. In the past, each individual franchise owner determined the best method for screening applicants. However, as the firm grows, Mia Icecream executives want to standardize the hiring process by requiring all franchisees to use the same preemployment tests.

Which of the following best supports the argument that Mia Icecream should use a certified psychologist to develop preemployment tests?

to comply with all federal and state laws.

to ensure that tests are legally and ethically appropriate.

to create a conscientious organizational culture.

to competitors use psychologists for test development