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German Tests For Parachutists
Chicago May 1 The German army uses psychological testing to select personnel for dangerous duties. Volunteers undergo a test atop a tower with a false parachute drill to assess willingness and nerve. Tests began in 1926 and now involve around 40 million dollars yearly in officer and soldier aptitde evaluation. Each division reportedly has over 15 psychologists who are regular officers. The prewar officer candidate tests lasted two days, measuring intelligence will power and decision making under pressure.