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The Wonderlic Personnel Test is a cognitive ability assessment that has been used for decades to evaluate potential employees. It was created in 1934 by Eldon Wonderlic, a psychologist and educator. This test is known for its time pressure, forcing candidates to answer 50 multiple-choice questions in just 12 minutes. Scores are then correlated to an IQ, with an average score being around 20. The test is widely utilized in various industries, including tech and sports, where it is used for filtering candidates and tailoring training programs. However, there are critics who argue that the test is biased and that it doesn't take into account other crucial aspects of a candidate's skill set. While the Wonderlic provides some insight into cognitive abilities, it's important to consider it as just one tool in a comprehensive hiring process. Comparable works include Similar to other aptitude tests like the GRE or the SAT, the Wonderlic focuses on measuring general cognitive ability, but is geared specifically towards the workplace.

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