Barbara Is Interviewing for a Paralegal Position at One of the Biggest

question 23

Multiple Choice

Barbara is interviewing for a paralegal position at one of the biggest law firms in the country. During the interview, she is asked a particular question that she refuses to answer. Frustrated by her behavior, the interviewer repeats the question. She refuses to answer it again and says that it violates her rights under equal employment opportunity law. Which question is she most likely being asked?

• A) What is your complete name?
• B) What is your ancestry?
• C) Can you meet the requirements of strict work schedules?
• D) Have you ever been convicted of a crime?
• E) What organizations or groups do you belong to that you consider relevant to being able to perform this job?

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Ambiguity

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Ambiguity

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