You Are Interviewing a Potential Candidate for a Position That

question 115

Multiple Choice

You are interviewing a potential candidate for a position that involves some travel each month. During the interview, the candidate mentions that she has three children who are active in different sports. You want to determine whether she will be able to meet the travel requirements of this position. What is the best question to ask?

• A) Does your spouse travel for work?
• B) Do you foresee any difficulties meeting the travel obligations of this position?
• C) What arrangements do you have in place for when your children are ill?
• D) Do you have reliable childcare arrangements?

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