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1. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages to using reference checks as a selection tool.

The advantage of using reference checks is because it can help an organization steer clear

of being charged with negligent hiring. A disadvantage is that an applicant typically is not

going to put a reference down that will give them a negative review. This means that

future employers are not getting the full story about the applicant's history.

2. Why is it important to consider the reliability and validity ratings of a selection tool?

They are important to consider because they will tell you how consistent and trustworthy

the selection tools are.

3.Which selection tools are rated the highest regarding reliability and validity?