Asked by Diana Imangeldieva on Jul 07, 2024
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In interviewing a job candidate, which of the following questions is not illegal to ask?
A) What is the ethnic origin of your name?
B) Do you have any disabilities?
C) Have you ever been arrested?
D) Are you willing to travel as needed?
E) Are you married?
Ethnic Origin
The background from which a person comes, denoted by the country, culture, or social groups to which their ancestors belonged.
Disabilities
Physical or mental conditions that limit a person's movements, senses, or activities, recognized as an aspect of individual diversity that may require accommodations.
Illegal Questions
Questions that are not permissible to be asked during job interviews or employee interactions due to laws protecting against discrimination and privacy violations.
- Master the legal and ethical considerations pertinent to managing human resources, especially concerning privacy, surveillance, and the laws governing discrimination.
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Samantha PowellJul 13, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Asking a candidate if they are willing to travel as needed for the job is relevant to job performance and requirements. Questions about ethnic origin, disabilities, arrest history, and marital status are generally considered illegal as they can lead to discrimination.
Learning Objectives
- Master the legal and ethical considerations pertinent to managing human resources, especially concerning privacy, surveillance, and the laws governing discrimination.