Which of the Following Methods for Gathering Background Information About

question 101

Multiple Choice

Which of the following methods for gathering background information about a job applicant is NOT recommended because of potential legal violations?

• A)searching social networking sites for posted information about the applicant
• B)using a database to access information about the applicant's credit history
• C)locating references other than the ones provided by the applicant
• D)using a search engine to find information about the applicant

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Definitions:

Substances

Materials or compounds that have a distinct physical presence and chemical composition.

Resident Normal Flora

Bacteria, fungi, and protozoa that have taken up residence either in or on the human body. Some of these organisms neither help nor harm the host and some are beneficial, creating a barrier against pathogens.

Pathogenic

Capable of causing disease when introduced into the body.

Infections

The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites that are not normally present within the body and may cause disease or illness.