Which component of the hiring process was clearly diminished in importance compared to the presence or absence of the criminal records of the Devah Pager’s research applicants?

A. the educational attainment of the applicant
B. previous job experience in the field of the position applied for
C. references and testimonials from former coworkers or supervisors
D. the cover letter provided by the applicants to the employer


C. references and testimonials from former coworkers or supervisors

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following theories focuses on the systemic level of analysis and argues that cooperation is possible, as anarchy doesn't necessarily lead to conflict?

a. Realism b. Liberal institutionalism c. Complex Interdependence theory d. Hegemonic Stability theory

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Scholars explain low turnout rates by saying that some voters purposefully decide not to become informed about an issue or believe that their vote will not matter, an impact they call the

A) cognitive dissonance effect. B) uninformative media effect. C) horse race effect. D) negative campaigning effect. E) rational ignorance effect.

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Since the 1970s, most states have reduced spending and cut their budgets

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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