Effect of intelligence on faking in a personality measure in the context of personnel selection: a DIF study
Abstract
Introduction: One of the criticisms at the use of personality self-reports in selection contexts is the possibility of Faking. Some authors have suggested that this ability may reflect individual differences in intelligence. The aim of this study is to figure out whether differences observed in personality are true in the construct or seem corrupted by a cognitive bias. Method: It has been considered two groups: one of high IQ (116-130) (N=1004) and one of low IQ (70-85) (N=996). Age average around 26. DIF (Differential Functioning of Items) analysis were made using: Logistical regression, Standardization and SIBTEST. Results: 1) Significant differences in all dimensions of personality from Big Five model; 2) It has been detected a high amount of items with DIF; 3) When non-DIF items are taken into account, differences between groups reduce significantly. Discussion: present results implications will be discussed.Downloads
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