Research shows that applicant's reactions to the selection process is positively correlated to retention. Perception of fairness is the most important. Which of the following will not contribute to a perception of fairness from the applicant's point of view?

A) For a person applying for a job as a computer programmer to write computer code in a job simulation
B) Give structured behavioral interviews to supervisory candidates
C) Personal information gathered appeared to be handled confidentially.
D) Feedback about scores is kept secret because it is not desirable for the candidates to feel like they are in competition
E) The organization has earned a reputation as affirmatively hiring minorities. You heard this firsthand from a Hispanic friend who just was hired by them.

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Merrose Abellera · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Keeping feedback about scores secret may be perceived as unfair by the candidate who wants to know how they performed and how they can improve. Providing feedback can contribute to a perception of fairness because it allows candidates to understand why they were or were not selected and provides an opportunity for improvement. The other options contribute to fairness by using relevant job tasks (A), structured interviews (B), confidentiality (C), and a reputation for diversity (E).

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