Research has identified the biggest factor affecting interviewers' decisions about an applicant's overall suitability. Which of the following factors is it?
A)the background investigation report
B)job-related KSAs
C)the applicant's prior work experience
D)unfavourable information about the applicant

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Unfavorable information about an applicant tends to have a disproportionately large negative impact on interviewers' decisions, often overshadowing positive attributes or qualifications. This phenomenon is known as the "negative information effect."

Research Has Identified the Biggest Factor Affecting Interviewers' Decisions About