The term _____ refers to the usefulness of a predictor for correctly inferring the future job behavior of applicants.

A) validity
B) congruency
C) reliability
D) effectiveness
E) credibility

Validity refers to the extent to which a predictor, such as a test or an interview, measures what it is intended to measure. In the context of personnel selection, validity typically refers to the degree to which a predictor is able to accurately predict job performance or future job behavior. Therefore, it is the most appropriate term to describe the usefulness of a predictor for inferring the future job behavior of applicants. Congruency, reliability, effectiveness, and credibility are not as closely related to this concept.