Lindsay,a human resource professional,is evaluating some of the company's managers to select one for an overseas assignment.She knows she may not discriminate based on age or sex,but she also doesn't want to send someone on an assignment that will cause personal difficulties,disrupt family relations,and cause complications for the manager's success.How can she best avoid discrimination while selecting a candidate who can thrive in the assignment?
A) by maintaining a positive view of the assignment so all candidates will be interested
B) by inviting a frank,but private,conversation about family-related issues
C) by interviewing only candidates without spouses or children
D) by asking each candidate to describe his or her family situation
E) by giving a complete,accurate preview of the assignment and the host country's culture

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The best option for Lindsay is to give a complete and accurate preview of the assignment and the host country's culture to all candidates. This allows all candidates to make informed decisions based on their personal situations and interests. Lindsay should avoid asking personal questions about family situations as this could lead to discrimination based on family status. Additionally, limiting the candidate pool to those without spouses or children would be discriminatory. Therefore, providing a clear overview of the assignment is the best way to avoid discrimination while still ensuring the selected candidate can thrive in the assignment.

Lindsay,a Human Resource Professional,is Evaluating Some of the Company's Managers