The Use of Standardized Scores in Officer Career Management and Selection

by Carra S. Sims, Anny Wong, Kirsten M. Keller

This report provides an overview of how standardized tests are used as part of a broader selection system for each of the services at different points in an officer's career, and a discussion of key issues that should be considered when using standardized tests, including the relationship between tests and racial and ethnic group differences, which could affect minority representation within the officer corps.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0833059025
• ISBN13: 9780833059024
• Release Date: March 2012
• Publisher: RAND Corporation
• Length: 90 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.5" x 11.0"