You are in a recruitment process and discover that a fellow candidate has obtained a copy of the interview questions in advance. What is the most appropriate action?

Question: You are in a recruitment process and discover that a fellow candidate has obtained a copy of the interview questions in advance. What is the most appropriate action?

Answer options:

• Study the questions yourself to ensure you are as prepared as the others.
• Confront the individual privately and tell them to delete the file immediately. ✅ Report the situation to your recruitment coordinator or the appropriate internal affairs contact.
• Do nothing, as you cannot prove where the information actually came from.

Correct answer: Report the situation to your recruitment coordinator or the appropriate internal affairs contact.

Explanation: Protecting the integrity of the hiring process and department reputation is paramount. Reporting the situation ensures the issue is handled by the appropriate authorities while preventing further compromise.