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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) are the specific attributes of a candidate that an organization assesses to determine the best individual to carry out the requirements of a position, ideally based on a thorough job analysis.
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A company is hiring a lead accountant. The job description, based on a thorough analysis of the role's duties, requires expert-level knowledge of corporate tax law and at least five years of experience managing financial audits. The hiring manager ultimately selects a candidate who has a very engaging personality and seems to be a great 'cultural fit' for the team, but who only has two years of experience and a basic understanding of tax law. Which statement best evaluates this hiring decision based on the fundamental principles of matching an applicant to a job?
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)