After a lengthy interview process,you have selected Marcia as your new receptionist.One of the other candidates,Martin,has called and asked why he was not selected for the position.What should you tell him?
A)"We thought you were a terrific candidate,but we really wanted a woman in the position."
B)"You were just not as good a candidate as Marcia."
C)"We thought you were a strong candidate but our top candidate was a better match with our company."
D)"Though I wanted to hire you,the majority of the committee voted on another candidate."

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Option C is the best choice because it acknowledges Martin's strengths as a candidate but also explains that Marcia was the best fit for the company. It avoids any potential for discrimination or negative feedback about Martin's abilities.

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