Which of the following could be said about references as a selection tool?
A)They are rarely used.
B)They are useful and most human resource professionals would likely provide accurate information.
C)They are not very useful and may carry legal repercussions.
D)They are difficult but necessary.
E)Personal opinion rarely enters into a 'standardised' reference check.

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References are not very useful as a selection tool and may have legal repercussions. There is a risk that the information provided by the reference may be biased, incorrect or even defamatory. Therefore, many companies have policies limiting the types of questions that can be asked during a reference check to avoid legal liability.

Which of the Following Could Be Said About References as a Selection