Patricia has just been offered a full-time position over the phone and has decided that the position isn't right for her and that she will turn it down. What should she do?
A)Do nothing because the employer will figure out soon enough that she isn't going to accept the position.
B)Accept the position anyway to ensure that she'll have a back-up plan in case no other offers come in.
C)Visit the employer in person to explain in detail why she isn't going to accept the position.
D)Write a letter thanking the employer for the job offer and briefly explaining that she is turning it down.

Question

Patricia has just been offered a full-time position over the phone and has decided that the position isn't right for her and that she will turn it down. What should she do? 
A)Do nothing because the employer will figure out soon enough that she isn't going to accept the position.
B)Accept the position anyway to ensure that she'll have a back-up plan in case no other offers come in.
C)Visit the employer in person to explain in detail why she isn't going to accept the position.
D)Write a letter thanking the employer for the job offer and briefly explaining that she is turning it down.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

It is important for Patricia to respond to the employer and decline the offer professionally. Writing a letter is a polite way to do this and also allows for documentation in case any issues arise later. Visiting the employer in person is not necessary and may not be practical depending on the distance. Accepting the position and then later quitting would burn bridges with the employer and damage Patricia's professional reputation. Doing nothing is not a professional approach and could lead to misunderstandings or miscommunication.

Patricia Has Just Been Offered a Full-Time Position Over the Phone