Which sourcing channel typically produces hires with the highest retention and lowest cost-per-hire?

Which sourcing channel typically produces

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APaid job-board advertisements
BEmployee referrals
CThird-party staffing agencies
DUntargeted social media ads

✓ Correct answer: B. Employee referrals Employee referrals consistently show higher retention and lower cost because referred candidates arrive with realistic job previews and a built-in social connection.

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