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Predicting Postprobationary Job Performance of Police Officers Using CPI and MMPI–2–RF Test Data Obtained During Preemployment Psychological Screening

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Pages 544-555 | Received 11 Jul 2017, Accepted 01 Dec 2017, Published online: 09 Feb 2018

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