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What does the OPQ in SHL OPQ stand for?
Answer: Occupational Personality Questionnaire
OPQ stands for Occupational Personality Questionnaire, a workplace-focused personality assessment.
How many personality factors does the standard OPQ32 model measure?
Answer: 32 factors
The OPQ32 measures 32 distinct personality characteristics relevant to the workplace.
The OPQ groups its scales into three broad domains. Which of these is one of them?
Answer: Relationships with People
Relationships with People is one of the three OPQ domains, alongside Thinking Style and Feelings & Emotions.
Which response format is used in the OPQ32r version of the test?
Answer: Forced-choice ranking of statements
The OPQ32r uses a forced-choice format where candidates rank statements as most and least like them.
Is the OPQ a timed test under standard administration?
Answer: No, it is untimed but typically takes 25-45 minutes
The OPQ is generally untimed, though it usually takes about 25-45 minutes to complete.
What is the primary purpose of the OPQ in a hiring context?
Answer: Predict workplace behavioral style and job fit
The OPQ predicts how a person is likely to behave at work and how well they fit a role.
Which company develops and publishes the OPQ assessment?
Answer: SHL
SHL is the publisher that developed the Occupational Personality Questionnaire.