Some characteristics of three tests used to predict clerical success

Abstract

The Otis S-A test of mental ability, Minnesota clerical, O'Rourke clerical reasoning and clerical problems when administered under work limit and time limit show a strong influence of a speed factor. The speed factor is most pronounced for the Minnesota clerical test. Speed on this test correlates negligibly with the Otis S-A test administered under work limit condition. Intercorrelations among the various tests in this study and practical considerations seem to show particular advantage for the Otis S-A and the Minnesota clerical test. The possibilities of no scoring and using the number of attempts on the Minnesota clerical test as a valid score are considered. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved)