Refusing to Write a Recommendation Letter

question 15

Multiple Choice

Refusing to write a recommendation letter

• A) should be avoided at all costs.
• B) is unnecessary, since you can simply "forget" to write one if you decide against it.
• C) is unethical, even if you have misgivings about the candidate.
• D) is more risky than writing a negative letter.
• E) is the best option if a candidate has serious shortcomings.

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Definitions:

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