Handbook EL-312 - Employment and Placement - Contents 436 Breaking Ties When two or more applicants within a group have the same final numerical rating, the tie is broken by: Placing XP-preference eligibles..." /> Handbook EL-312 - Employment and Placement - Contents 436 Breaking Ties When two or more applicants within a group have the same final numerical rating, the tie is broken by: Placing XP-preference eligibles..." />