Which of the following statements about reference checking is true?
A)Letters of reference from former employers are viewed very positively.
B)Firms are increasingly using reference-checking services to thoroughly check references.
C)Women are more likely to lie on resumes than men.
D)Only about 10 percent of resumes contain inaccurate information that will be discovered when checking references.
E)Reference checking is generally not worthwhile.

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Firms are increasingly using reference-checking services to thoroughly check references in order to verify information provided by job applicants and to minimize the risk of hiring individuals who may have provided false or misleading information on their resumes or during interviews.

Which of the Following Statements About Reference Checking Is True