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V@ndy87 · **on:** Jun 23, 2018

In the selection stage of an interview, your best approach is to

A) stick to brief yes and no answers to the interview questions.
B) relate your training and experience to the organization's needs.
C) inquire about salary and benefits.
D) press for an immediate decision on whether or not to hire you.
E) call the employer to explain what the organization does and how you can help support those goals.

Question 2

The employer's goal in the initial screening interview is to

A) find your greatest strengths in depth.
B) filter out applicants who are not a good fit for the position.
C) make offers to the best candidates.
D) learn as much detail as possible about candidates.
E) determine how interested candidates really are in the position.

KKcool · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: B
Explanation: B) Focus on how you can bring value and offer skills that will benefit the company. Offer examples of how you have provided professional support in the past that relates to the needs of your potential employer and ask insightful questions that reflect the research you have done on the company and its industry.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B
Explanation: B) Employers start with the screening stage, in which they filter out applicants who are unqualified or otherwise not a good fit for the position.