During a Job Interview,the Interviewee Is Trying to Deceive the Interviewer

question 75

Multiple Choice

During a job interview,the interviewee is trying to deceive the interviewer if their hand is often used to cover their mouth and the person talks through their fingers as if hiding or trying to keep words from escaping. Less obvious but also a sign of deception is a single finger to the mouth or (with men) the mustache stroke. Interviewers can use their knowledge of these types of gestures to determine when interviewees are telling the truth. What type of knowledge is this?

• A)proxemics  
• B)body language  
• C)paralanguage  
• D)semiotics

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Definitions:

Anxiety

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, often about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.

Clarification

The process of making a statement or situation less confused and more comprehensible.

Appropriate

Suitable or proper in the circumstances.

Preoperative Teaching

The process of providing education and support to a patient about a pending surgical procedure to enhance the patient’s knowledge and preparation.