How long is a typical WOMBAT test?
The recommended test duration is 90 minutes, but this may be reduced to 60 minutes when enough candidates have been tested to determine at what point the predicted final scores correlate almost perfectly with the actual final scores. Depending on the quality of the candidate pool, many candidates may achieve their individual terminal scoring rates in less than 90 minutes, in which case the test duration might be reduced to as little as 60 minutes with little loss in predictive validity. The recommended instructions period that precedes the test period is 60 minutes, but this can also be shortened with advance distribution of the Candidate Manual with emphasis on its value in achieving the highest possible score. Based on the above considerations, the nominal two and a half hours for a complete WOMBAT test may be reduced by as much as an hour. After verifying the candidate’s identification number, the administrator gives the candidate a short briefing and answers any questions. This tak
