When Asked an Interview Question You Are Not Prepared For

question 16

Multiple Choice

When asked an interview question you are not prepared for, you should:

• A)not hesitate; begin to speak, and the answer will come to you.
• B)say, "That's a good question; please give me a minute to think about it."
• C)explain that you do not know how to respond.
• D)all of the above
• E)none of the above

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Definitions:

Acute Stress

A type of stress response that emerges quickly in reaction to a specific event or situation and usually dissipates soon after.

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

A psychological condition resulting from direct exposure to or witnessing a traumatic event, leading to recurrent nightmares, flashbacks, and intense anxiety.

DSM-5

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, a comprehensive classification and diagnostic tool used by mental health professionals to diagnose and classify mental disorders.

Stress Response

The body's reaction to a challenge or demand, characterized by physiological changes such as increased heart rate and muscle tension.