Background Checks Can Now Involve the Use of Social Networking

question 87

Multiple Choice

Background checks can now involve the use of social networking websites.This includes:

• A)the recruiter posting questions on the company's HR blog seeking input on applicants
• B)conducting searches through google,other search engines and social media sites
• C)getting the applicant to provide access to their Facebook page
• D)creating personal profiles using age,race,and political affiliations in order to make more informed hiring decisions
• E)HR specialists posing as friends to gain access to personal information about potential candidates

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