These days, most job seekers know it's a good idea to ask questions of the hiring manager during an interview – as long as they're on point. Here's a look at 20 real-life examples of oddball queries candidates have posed during a job interview that you'd be wise to avoid.

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The 20 Worst Questions
to Ask an Interviewer

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Can my mom sit in on the interview?
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#1:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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Do you mind if I stand?
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#2:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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Can I choose my own hours?
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#3:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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Can I have my own office?
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#4:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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Can I bring my kid to work?
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#5:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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Do I have to dress up? I prefer
to wear shorts and flip-flops.
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#6:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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Is it OK to date coworkers?
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#7:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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Does the company reimburse
employees for gas?
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#8:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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How many office parties
do you have?
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#9:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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What are grounds for termination?
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#10:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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When will I get a raise?
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#11:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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When can I start taking time off?
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#12:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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What’s your favorite song?
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#13:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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Do you believe in aliens?
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#14:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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If you could have any super power,
what would it be?
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#15:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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What’s your favorite type of pie?
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#16:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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Is there more than one opening?
My friend needs a job.
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#17:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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Can you give me a ride home?
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#18:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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Can you be quiet? I have to take a
call from another potential employer.
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#19:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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Can you just hire me?
I really need this job.
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#20:
Source: The Creative Group survey of more than 400 U.S. marketing and advertising executives

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