Identify the correct sequence of steps involved in the selection process:
A. Selection tests
B. Medical examination
C. Reference and background checks
D. Employment interview
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → A, D, C, B
(A) Selection tests — First. After the first screening of applications, candidates take tests of intelligence, aptitude, skill and so on. Those who fail are dropped, so fewer people reach the costlier later steps.
(D) Employment interview — Second. The candidates who pass the tests meet the employer face to face. The interview judges what a test cannot, such as how the person speaks and behaves.
(C) Reference and background checks — Third. For the candidates the employer likes, the information they gave is checked with former employers and other references.
(B) Medical examination — Fourth. It comes after the selection decision and before the job offer. It checks that the person chosen is fit for the job.
NCERT (2026-27 Edition): “Process of Selection … (ii) Selection Tests: An employment test is a mechanism (either a paper and pencil test or an exercise) that attempts to measure certain characteristics of individuals. …” “(iii) Employment Interview: Interview is a formal, in-depth conversation conducted to evaluate the applicant’s suitability for the job. …” “(iv) Reference and Background Checks: Many employers request names, addresses, and telephone numbers of references for the purpose of verifying information and, gaining additional information on an applicant. …” “(vi) Medical Examination: After the selection decision and before the job offer is made, the candidate is required to undergo a medical fitness test. …” |