When it comes to references and background checks, 75 percent of today's employers: Question 37 options: a) have found that less than 5 percent of job applicants misrepresent their past accomplishments. b) employ rigorous techniques to ensure they find out any potential problems before they hire a candidate. c) don't thoroughly check the qualifications of most candidates despite the high risks associated with hiring dishonest or unethical employees. d) have found that the cost of such checks tends to far outweigh the potential benefits