Although Many Business Owners See Checking References as a Formality

question 34

Multiple Choice

Although many business owners see checking references as a formality and pay little attention to it, the process is ________.

• A)expensive and often meaningless
• B)necessary and often invaluable
• C)optional, based on the position's salary and relative importance
• D)a questionable practice that may bias the hiring process

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