Why should you research the company and industry before your interview?

a. to prepare for the entry-level quiz given to applicants

b. to add that information to your resumé and list of successes

c. to show you are knowledgeable and to seem interested in the position

d. to impress the interviewer with your skills and experience

C. to show you are knowledgeable and to seem interested in the position

Explanation:

Before an interview, visiting the company website allows the candidate to be perceived as competent and well informed.  In fact, understanding more about  the company, such as products and goals, helps show enthusiasm and match the candidate's characteristics with the corporation's. Besides, it is useful to prepare good questions to ask of the interviewer.