Quiz – Interview Congruence Decoded

Question 1 of 6

1. Question

What determines perceived authenticity and recruiter credibility assessment?

Congruence across verbal, paraverbal, and nonverbal channels

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Speaking louder than the candidate

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The length of the candidate’s resume

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Wearing the most formal clothing

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Question 2 of 6

2. Question

Under which condition do incongruence signals intensify?

Cognitive load and deception pressure

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Relaxed casual conversation

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When the candidate is well rested

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During small talk about the weather

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Question 3 of 6

3. Question

Which is an example of an incongruence signal named in the capsule?

Speech hesitations

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A firm handshake

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Punctual arrival

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Giving detailed answers

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Question 4 of 6

4. Question

How does authentic alignment across channels help a candidate?

It reduces subconscious distrust triggers

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It automatically increases the salary offer

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It shortens the interview

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It hides all weaknesses

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Question 5 of 6

5. Question

Whose research established that congruence between verbal and nonverbal messages determines credibility?

Mehrabian

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Freud

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Pavlov

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Maslow

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Question 6 of 6

6. Question

Match each communication channel to a correct example.

Sort elements

The words that are chosen
Tone and vocal pace
Facial expressions and posture
Extremity movements under stress

Verbal channel

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Paraverbal channel

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Nonverbal channel

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Incongruence signal

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