Patterned Interviews

question 19

Multiple Choice

Patterned interviews:

• A) are not very thorough.
• B) are not consistent.
• C) encourage bias by managers by using a predetermined list of questions.
• D) use a predetermined list of questions for each applicant.

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Definitions:

Prejudice

A preconceived opinion or bias, often negative, towards individuals or groups based on their characteristics, such as race, gender, or religion, without factual justification.

Aggressive Behavior

Actions intended to cause harm or pain to others, ranging from verbal abuse to physical violence.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to overestimate the role of personal traits and underestimate the influence of situational factors when explaining other people's behavior.

Situational Causes

Factors external to an individual that can influence behavior and outcomes in specific contexts.