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APSE CESP Exam - Topic 2 Question 50 Discussion

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?
C) 'Can you help me understand your decision to steal candy?'
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?'
D) 'That was not very smart; what made you think that was a good idea?'

APSE CESP Exam - Topic 2 Question 50 Discussion

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Question #: 50
Topic #: 2
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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?

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Suggested Answer: C

by Nikita at May 03, 2026, 08:06 AM

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Rachael
2 hours ago
Wait, why would someone steal candy from a gas station?
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Vivan
5 days ago
A is good too, makes him think about consequences.
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Louvenia
10 days ago
I think C is the best option. It opens up a conversation.
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Leonora
16 days 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.
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Dell
2 months ago
I practiced similar questions, and I think option B is too confrontational. It might push them away instead of encouraging a dialogue.
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Stephanie
2 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.
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Horace
2 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.
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