Harrison Assessment Tests Suitability vs. Eligibility 2

Question 1

A candidate has 10 years of accounting experience but consistently avoids taking initiative. In Harrison terms, which dimension does the avoidance of initiative affect?

Accepted Answer

Suitability, because initiative is a behavioral trait

Answer

Avoidance of initiative reflects a behavioral tendency, which falls under suitability rather than eligibility.

Question 2

Which of the following is the PRIMARY reason organizations use suitability data alongside eligibility data?

Accepted Answer

To predict long-term job satisfaction and performance beyond what credentials reveal

Answer

Suitability data predicts whether a candidate will thrive behaviorally in a role, which credentials alone cannot capture.

Question 3

In the Harrison model, 'enjoyment performance theory' suggests that people perform best when they enjoy their work. Which dimension does 'enjoyment' most directly relate to?

Accepted Answer

Suitability

Answer

Enjoyment of work tasks is a preference-based behavioral indicator, which is a core component of suitability.

Question 4

A job posting requires a PMP certification and 5 years of project management experience. These requirements primarily screen for which dimension?

Accepted Answer

Eligibility

Answer

Certifications and years of experience are measurable qualifications that define eligibility for the role.

Question 5

Two candidates are equally eligible for a sales role. The Harrison Assessment reveals one strongly prefers working autonomously while the role requires constant team collaboration. This gap is best described as a:

Accepted Answer

Suitability mismatch

Answer

A mismatch between a candidate's behavioral preferences and job requirements is a suitability issue.

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Harrison Assessment Tests Suitability vs. Eligibility 2