The first selection device most job applicants encounter when they seek a job are________ .
A) Internet sites and trade shows
B) recruitment centers and Internet sites
C) interviews and job application letters
D) help wanted ads
E) application forms and résumés

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The options given suggest various ways in which job applicants can seek job opportunities, but the question specifically asks for the first selection device they encounter. The most common first step in the hiring process is for applicants to fill out an application form or submit a résumé. This is typically followed by other selection devices such as interviews, job application letters, and possibly help wanted ads, but the application form or résumé is the initial point of contact between the applicant and the employer.

The First Selection Device Most Job Applicants Encounter When They