Discuss APSE CESP Exam Topic 2 Question 50

A job-seeker wants to work at a local gas station where he steals candy. Which of the following is the BEST question to ask using motivational interviewing techniques?

A'What do you think will happen if you get caught by the manager?'

B'If you get caught you can be prosecuted; are you going to keep stealing?'

C'Can you help me understand your decision to steal candy?'

D'That was not very smart; what made you think that was a good idea?'

Suggested Answer: C

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24 comments · newest first

Jackie 2 days ago

C shows you care.

Lindsey 7 days ago

I agree, it’s supportive.

Ling 12 days ago

I feel C could lead to change.

Edmond 17 days ago

Exactly, it’s about motivation.

Juan 23 days ago

C encourages reflection.

Jackie 28 days ago

Yeah, B feels confrontational.

Lindsey 1 month ago

B is too harsh.

Ling 1 month ago

True, D could shut him down.

Juan 1 month ago

D sounds judgmental.

Edmond 2 months ago

But C feels more understanding.

Jackie 2 months ago

A makes him think about consequences.

Lindsey 2 months ago

A is good too.

Ling 2 months ago

It opens a dialogue.

Edmond 2 months ago

Why C?

Ling 2 months ago

I think C is the best.

Pansy 3 months ago

Totally agree with C, it’s all about understanding!

Yoko 3 months ago

D sounds a bit harsh, might push him away.

Rachael 3 months ago

Wait, why would someone steal candy from a gas station?

Vivan 3 months ago

A is good too, makes him think about consequences.

Louvenia 3 months ago

I think C is the best option. It opens up a conversation.

Leonora 4 months ago

I agree with Horace about option C, but I wonder if it might be too open-ended for someone who isn't ready to talk about their choices.

Dell 5 months ago

I practiced similar questions, and I think option B is too confrontational. It might push them away instead of encouraging a dialogue.

Stephanie 5 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like option A could also work because it prompts them to think about the consequences.

Horace 5 months ago

I remember we discussed motivational interviewing techniques, and I think option C might be the best since it invites the job-seeker to reflect on their actions.

APSE CESP Exam - Topic 2 Question 50 Discussion