Which of the following is NOT legal for an organization to use as a source of background information on a job applicant?
A) the applicant's Facebook postings, especially those concerned with personal activities such as sexual activity, alcohol and drug use, and risky behavior such as texting while driving
B) the applicant's record of hospitalizations for debilitating chronic illness
C) the applicant's credit history, including bankruptcies, defaulting on college loans, and late payments on credit cards
D) the applicant's motor vehicle records

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Medical information, including hospitalizations for chronic illnesses, is protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and cannot be used as a basis for employment decisions. It is illegal for employers to discriminate against someone based on their medical history.

Which of the Following Is NOT Legal for an Organization