In order to find out if your applicant has committed a felony, you ________.

A) can ask the candidate if he or she has committed any felony
B) can ask the candidate if he or she has been arrested
C) should rely on EEOC
D) should contact the authorities

Committed a Felony

Engaged in a serious criminal act, as defined by law, which is punishable by imprisonment or other severe penalties.

EEOC

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, a federal agency in the United States responsible for enforcing laws against workplace discrimination.

Authorities

Individuals or organizations that possess a specific power or control in a particular context, often within a hierarchy.