Bias in hiring refers to selecting only candidates that fit a preconceived ideal of the role.

• A. Selecting at random
• B. Matching diverse candidate pool
• C. Selecting only those who meet a fixed ideal
• D. Hiring based on gut feel only

Answer: (C)

Bias in hiring happens when decisions are driven by a preconceived image of the ideal candidate rather than objective evidence of ability. Choosing only those who meet a fixed ideal perfectly illustrates this, because it systematically excludes anyone who doesn’t fit that imagined standard. This narrows the candidate pool, can overlook capable talent, and reinforces stereotypes about who belongs in the role. In contrast, selecting at random avoids preference, aiming for neutrality; striving to match a diverse candidate pool helps reduce bias by broadening who is considered; hiring based on gut feel can be subjective and biased, but it isn’t as explicit about enforcing a fixed ideal as the described scenario.