OASIS OASIS - Occupational Aptitude Survey and Interest Schedule Artistic and Creative Interests

Question 1

On the OASIS Interest Schedule, the Artistic interest scale primarily measures a person's preference for activities involving which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Creative expression through art, music, or writing

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Numerical calculations

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Operating heavy machinery

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Supervising other employees

Question 2

Which OASIS interest category would most likely score high for someone who enjoys designing logos and visual layouts for publications?

Accepted Answer

Artistic

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Mechanical

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Scientific

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Humanitarian

Question 3

A high score on the OASIS Artistic interest scale suggests the test-taker would find satisfaction in which type of US career?

Accepted Answer

Graphic designer or illustrator

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Accountant

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Construction foreman

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Data entry clerk

Question 4

In the OASIS framework, Artistic interests are distinguished from Scientific interests primarily because Artistic interests focus on:

Accepted Answer

Aesthetic expression and creative output

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Logical analysis and empirical inquiry

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Physical coordination and motor skills

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Social interaction and helping others

Question 5

Which of the following test items would MOST likely appear on the OASIS Artistic interest subscale?

Accepted Answer

I like writing short stories or poems.

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I enjoy repairing engines.

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I prefer working with spreadsheets.

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I enjoy leading team meetings.

Question 6

When a career counselor uses OASIS Artistic interest scores in the US, the primary goal is to:

Accepted Answer

Match creative preferences to occupations requiring artistic skill

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Measure a client's intelligence quotient

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Assess physical stamina for manual labor jobs

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Evaluate leadership potential for management roles