Do's and Don'ts Flashcards

Why is faking answers on the OPQ generally a bad strategy?

Answer: Inconsistent faked answers can be detected and a mismatched role harms you long term

Faking risks detection through consistency checks and can land you in a role that doesn't fit, hurting you later.

What is the best DO when you encounter a trait you wish you had but don't?

Answer: Answer as you actually are right now

Respond based on your current actual behavior, not an aspirational version of yourself.

How should you treat the absence of right or wrong answers in the OPQ?

Answer: As reassurance to answer honestly without fear of a 'wrong' choice

No answer is inherently correct, so respond honestly without worrying about choosing a 'wrong' option.

What is a recommended DO regarding familiarizing yourself with the OPQ format?

Answer: Take practice questionnaires to understand the rating and forced-choice styles

Practicing the format reduces surprises so you can focus on honest answers on test day.

What should you avoid doing with extreme rating options like 'strongly agree'?

Answer: Overusing them on every item to seem decisive

Reserve extreme ratings for items where they truly apply rather than overusing them to appear decisive.

If you are unsure how a result will be used, what is the appropriate DO?

Answer: Answer honestly and trust that genuine fit benefits both you and the employer

Honest answers serve your interests by matching you to roles where you'll genuinely fit.

What is a sensible DON'T about discussing OPQ items during the test?

Answer: Don't get other people to influence or supply your answers

Your answers should reflect only your own self-perception, not input from others.