An example of a situational question is,
A) "Tell me about a time when you managed numerous priorities in a short period of time."
B) "Tell me about a time when you had to discipline an employee arriving late for work three days in a row."
C) "How would you handle an irate boss who was just told that the output in the department was below standard?"
D) "What type of computer skills are you proficient in?"
E) "How would this position help you achieve your career goals?"

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A situational question asks how a candidate would handle a hypothetical situation, rather than asking about their past experiences. Option C is the only example of a situational question, as it presents a hypothetical scenario and asks the candidate to explain how they would handle it. The other options are behavioral or experience-based questions.

An Example of a Situational Question Is