Which of the following questions would most likely be asked during a stress interview?
A) "I see that you switched colleges four times before finally earning your degree. I think that reflects an inability to make good decisions and remain focused. What do you think?"
B) "Can you tell me about a time in the past when you used leadership skills to handle a difficult situation?"
C) "Mike and Todd have $21 between them. Mike has $20 more than Todd has. How much does Mike have and how much does Todd have?"
D) "Why are you leaving your current position and changing careers?"
E) "Which courses did you find the most challenging in graduate school?"

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A stress interview is designed to deliberately create a challenging and stressful atmosphere for the candidate, with the goal of evaluating how well they handle pressure. Asking a question with a negative tone and criticism, such as in option A, is typical of a stress interview.

Answer: C 
 This question involves a math problem, which might be asked during a stress interview to see how quickly the candidate can think on their feet and perform under pressure.

Other options (B, D, and E) are more typical interview questions and would not likely be asked in a stress interview.

Which of the Following Questions Would Most Likely Be Asked