Phyllis, Based Upon Her Written Application Materials, Is Perceived as the Best

question 59

Multiple Choice

Phyllis, based upon her written application materials, is perceived as the best candidate for a position with Conglomerate Company.It is likely that her interviewer will

• A) elicit negative information from Phyllis in order to make sure that his positive expectations are not wrong.
• B) hold Phyllis to a higher standard than usual in order to offset any personal bias.
• C) spend more time assessing Phyllis's fitness as a worker than really getting to know her.
• D) provide Phyllis with more information about the company and the job than other candidates would receive.

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Definitions:

Realistic Job Previews

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Increase Acceptance

The act of becoming more open or receptive to various ideas, behaviors, or practices.

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