Which of the Following Questions Is Deemed Acceptable (I

question 61

Multiple Choice

Which of the following questions is deemed acceptable (i.e., "legal") for employers to ask applicants during the selection process?

• A) Are you a United States citizen?
• B) Have you ever filed a lawsuit against an employer?
• C) Have you ever been convicted of a crime?
• D) Do you smoke or use tobacco products?
• E) None of these

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