Which of the following is true of background checks conducted during the selection process?
A) Background checks give a potential employer unlimited access to a candidate's personal information.
B) Often, a background check will yield only that an applicant did in fact hold the stated position during the dates indicated.
C) Since previous employers are cautious about what they disclose, a telephone call to a former supervisor is less fruitful than a written request for information.
D) There are no laws limiting the types of information available to potential employers through background checks.

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Background checks typically only verify the basic information provided by the applicant, such as their employment history and education. It is illegal for potential employers to have unlimited access to a candidate's personal information (A) and there are laws protecting sensitive information such as medical history and financial records. Previous employers are often cautious about what they disclose but can still provide valuable information (C) and there are laws, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act, that limit the types of information that can be obtained through background checks (D).

Which of the Following Is True of Background Checks Conducted