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WPT Model

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I. Introduction
In this modern globalization era, human resource is the most important element in the organization. The role of human resource in the organization will contribute to the development of the organization. But, everyone is unique and has their own special characteristics. People also have different abilities, level of intelligence, stress management, motivation and others. The resource-based view offered by Barney and Wright (1998) argue that human resource skills add value because talent is rare, non-substitutable, and difficult to imitate. Similarly, well known best practice models (Pfeffer, 1995) argue that traditional sources of competitive advantage such as economies of scale, proprietary technology, or protected markets …show more content…

L., 2004). The WPT was initially introduced in 1937 by Eldon F.Wonderlic as a short-form test of general mental ability. Development of the WPT aimed to efficiently employ the lowest number of questions possible that would reliably characterize an individual’s cognitive abilities. The WPT was used by the United States Military in World War II to aid in the selection and placement of potential military recruits. Normative data for the WPT was first published in 1950, followed by regular publication of expanded normative data categorized by job title and demographic information. The WPT is also well-known for its use by the National Football League to assess prospective players in the pre-draft season …show more content…

Discussion on Test Construction
The Contemporary Cognitive Ability Test is offered online (though a paper option is also available) and results are available immediately after a prospective employee is done. Asking prospective employees to take the exam is not a significant burden as it only requires 12 minutes to complete. Reports include interpretations of a test taker's result as well as an IQ equivalent. In addition to individual reports, the test also allows employers to quickly sort through all results and prioritize candidates based on customized scoring (www.wonderlic.com).
The Classic Cognitive Ability Test, formerly known as the Wonderlic Personnel Test, is very similar to the Contemporary Cognitive Ability Test. It is also only 12 minutes long and asks 50 questions. It is offered online but a paper version is also available. The Classic Cognitive Ability Test is offered in more languages than the contemporary test, and a large print version is available as well as one on audio tape (www.wonderlic.com).

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