The linear utility model for optimal selection

Gideon J. Mellenbergh; Wim J. van der Linden

doi:10.1007/BF02293736

The linear utility model for optimal selection

Gideon J. Mellenbergh
, Wim J. van der Linden

Faculty of Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences

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Abstract

A linear utility model is introduced for optimal selection when several subpopulations of applicants are to be distinguished. Using this model, procedures are described for obtaining optimal cutting scores in subpopulations in quota-free as well as quota-restricted selection situations. The cutting scores are optimal in the sense that they maximize the overall expected utility of the selection process. The procedures are demonstrated with empirical data.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	283-293
Journal	Psychometrika
Volume	46
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02293736
Publication status	Published - Sept 1981

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Culture-fair selection
Threshold utility

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