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EMPLOYMENT PSYCHOLOGY
show to the reality. To one familiar with the history of
employment methods, this is a most fascinating develop
ment. In concentrating upon the relevant actions of a
person, the irrelevant details are almost entirely lost sight
of. Facts about an applicant such as religion, race,
society, mannerism, which in the mind of the ordinary
observer are likely to be most important, are here of sec^
ondary importance. The main emphasis is upon action
and ability.