Studies seem to indicate that the reasons for employment reference letters to often be less than candid include all except
A)fear of legal reprisal
B)requirements (particularly in the U.S. )to show reference letters to the applicant
C)a reluctance to pass (particularly unfavorable)judgment on another person
D)a desire to build another's self-esteem
E)a desire to get rid of an employee

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Studies have suggested that the reasons for employment reference letters to be less than candid include fear of legal reprisal, requirements (particularly in the U.S.) to show reference letters to the applicant, a reluctance to pass particularly unfavorable judgment on another person, and a desire to get rid of an employee. However, a desire to build another's self-esteem is not typically cited as a reason for less than candid employment reference letters. Therefore, option D is the correct answer.

Studies Seem to Indicate That the Reasons for Employment Reference