👀What’s the worst or most awkward question you've been asked during an interview?

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I’ve been asked, “Are you married?”, “How many kids do you have?” (I declined to answer because I have 5 and I didn’t want them to hold that against me). “What were your previous salaries?” (I declined to answer that one too and then she said, “Well, I need that information for you to be able to move to the next stage in the interview process.” I then told her, “And the people in hell need ice water. I am not telling you my salaries but would be willing to discuss the salary range for this position instead.” I didn’t get a call back. Probably for the best.

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