Which of the Following Statements About Reference Checking Is True

question 74

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about reference checking is true?

• A)Letters of reference from former employers are viewed very positively.
• B)Firms are increasingly using reference-checking services to thoroughly check references.
• C)Women are more likely to lie on resumes than men.
• D)Only about 10 percent of resumes contain inaccurate information that will be discovered when checking references.
• E)Reference checking is generally not worthwhile.

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Definitions:

Proximity Switch

An input device that senses the presence or absence of a target without physical contact.

Strain Gages

Sensors used for measuring the amount of deformation or strain in an object by changing their electrical resistance when stretched or compressed.

Pressure/Force Sensing

The process of measuring the pressure or force applied to a surface or point, often used in industrial and automotive applications.

Hysteresis

A phenomenon where the response of a system to changes in input is dependent on its current state or previous inputs, often to prevent rapid oscillation.