Veronica is happy that she made it to the second round of interviews, but is anxious about its format. She has never done a telephone interview and is nervous about how it will go.
-The interviewer has arranged to call Veronica. Which of the following steps taken by Veronica is considered inappropriate during the telephone interview?
A) Veronica should find out how to pronounce the name of her interviewer in advance of the call.
B) Veronica should answer immediately after the first ring so she appears interested.
C) Veronica should answer the phone calmly; "Hello. This is Veronica Andrews."
D) Veronica should not chew gum, drink beverages, or eat anything during the call.
E) Veronica should have the company call her on a landline instead of a cell phone.

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B) You should not answer immediately after the phone rings because you may appear too eager. Instead, answer after the second ring, and calmly and confidently greet the caller and identify yourself.

Veronica Is Happy That She Made It to the Second