SECTION 335:15-13-2. "Test" defined  


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  •   For the purpose of the guidelines in this Subchapter, the term "test" is defined as any paper-and-pencil or performance measure used as basis for any employment decision. The guidelines in this Subchapter apply, for example, to ability tests which are designed to measure eligibility for hire, transfer, promotion, membership, training, referral or retention.
    (1)   This definition includes, but is not restricted to:
    (A)   measures of general intelligence, mental ability and learning ability;
    (B)   specific intellectual abilities;
    (C)   mechanical, clerical and other aptitudes;
    (D)   dexterity and coordination;
    (E)   knowledge and proficiency;
    (F)   occupational and other interests; and
    (G)   attitudes, personality or temperament.
    (2)   The term "test" includes all formal, scored, quantified or standardized techniques of assessing job suitability including, in addition to the above:
    (A)   specific qualifying or disqualifying personal history or background requirements,
    (B)   specific educational or work history requirements,
    (C)   scored interviews,
    (D)   biographical information blanks,
    (E)   interviewers' rating scales,
    (F)   scored application forms, etc.