Question

Francis interviews two candidates for an administrative assistant position that will require a fair amount of project management. The first candidate is enthusiastic and states that she can "do anything she sets her mind to." She shows up for the interview without a résumé because she know she will be selected for the position.
The second candidate is more reserved, but offers Francis his résumé and a portfolio. He explains that in his last position he managed several projects and kept them on track. What would be the main reason for Francis to hire the second applicant?

Answer 1

Answer: Applicant's cognitive abilities

Explanation:

Cognitive ability could be defined as mental skills we need to projects or given activities within any capacity they would come. Cognitive ability looks at out ability to answer questions, learn, remember and pay attention.

It could also be seen as the ability of someone to perform different mental task where learning and solving problems are involved. Considering the interview, Francis would choose or make his choice based on how both candidate are able to solve problems and their approach to it.