Social networking can provide a direct link to potential applicants, especially for target groups like recent graduates. Is this statement true?

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only for executives
• D. Not applicable

Answer: (A)

Social networking provides direct access to candidates by letting recruiters reach out to people where they already spend time—through profiles, groups, alumni networks, campus pages, and even direct messages. This makes it easier to engage target groups like recent graduates who are active on these platforms and open to opportunities, not just those actively applying on job boards. The statement is true because social networks create that direct line to a pool of potential applicants beyond traditional posting methods. It isn’t limited to executives, and it isn’t not applicable; recruiters commonly use social networks to target and connect with recent graduates and other special groups.