Starting an interview with an icebreaker or some other way to relax the person: Group of answer choices Is not an effective strategy, as it may make candidates too confident and over-optimistic about what they can do. Is an effective strategy as it may enable applicants to focus more effectively on providing more accurate and relevant answers. Replaces the need for interviewers to listen carefully to what the interviewee says or to follow up with any additional questions as the applicant is so relaxed that they will communicate clearly and effectively. Can be called a high-risk approach to interviewing as it opens up the entire process to potential discrimination and hence EEO violations