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What would you do if you received a project with ambiguous instructions?

Why this question is asked

This question gauges your questioning skills and how you approach situations with incomplete information. It reveals your initiative in seeking clarity and your attention to detail when interpreting tasks.

How to answer it

Explain that you would first clarify the instructions by asking targeted questions to the project owner or team. For example, 'I would compile a list of specific questions that address the ambiguity and request a follow-up meeting to ensure I fully understand the project requirements.'

Skills assessed

AcuityAnalysisCritical observationIntrospectionListeningMemoryOrganizationQuestioningRecallSchedulingClarityConfidenceConstructive feedbackEmpathyFriendlinessHumorInterviewingNon-verbalPresentation SkillsQuick-wittednessRespectStorytellingVerbalWritten

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