Question

Which of the following statements about background information is true?
a) People do not attempt to cover gaps in employment history.
b) Eighty-five percent of job applicants lie on their résumés.
c) Applicants with weak credit scores are more likely to be unqualified and dishonest employees.
d) Many résumés contain only actual information and skills.
e) Most employers look at the large e-portfolios created by job seekers in an attempt to impress recruiters

Answer 1

Answer: Eighty-five percent of job applicants lie on their résumés.

Explanation:

Out of the statements that are given in the question about background information, the information that is true is that eighty-five percent of job applicants lie on their résumés.

The job applicants die this in order to have an unfair advantage over other applicants and also in cases whereby they're not qualified for the positio or do not have the necessary skills or experience, they lie in order for them to be considered for the position.