An Accounting Firm Is in the Process of Interviewing Candidates

question 59

Multiple Choice

An accounting firm is in the process of interviewing candidates for the position of receptionist. A job candidate arrives at an interview accompanied by a service dog. Which action by an employer would best meet the requirements of equal employment opportunity?

• A) describing job requirements and asking the employee how she would meet them
• B) telling the candidate politely that a blind person can't be a receptionist
• C) explaining that the company has a no-pets rule
• D) making every possible accommodation for this person, at any cost
• E) hiring the candidate, whether or not she is qualified for the job

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Definitions:

Release

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