Meta-Analysis of Armed Service Vocational Aptitude Battery Composite Validity Data
Abstract
This study investigated the efficacy of selection procedures associated with the Armed Service Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB). The main hypothesis tested was whether the Armed Forces Qualification Test (AFQT), an ASVAB composite, is a valid predictor of training success. Additional hypotheses investigated whether the AFQT is a more valid predictor of training success than the individual career-specific selector composites. A final hypothesis dealt with the expectation that the AFQT would show a larger improvement over selector composites in validities for females than for males. Results indicate the AFQT has high predictive validity for all military occupations included in the sample. Differential validity is observed to favor three of the four ASVAB composites (Mechanical, General, and Electronic). For the fourth composite, (Administrative), the AFQT has higher validity, and the increment does favor females. Two possible explanations for the findings are discussed. The need for continued research is indicated. Theses.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1988
- Accession Number
- ADA208490
Entities
People
- Nicole S. Stermer
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology