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How is the question asked. There are several ways in which such a question can be placed, the most common being how do you work under stress, tell me about your ability to work under pressure or even as blatant as you ability to work under pressure related to the type of position you applied for.
Why do employers value the ability to work under pressure? Changes and unexpected events, problems or challenges can - and do - often occur, regardless of how well-planned or organised you are. The ability to respond effectively to pressure and stress is therefore extremely important in any line of work. How you respond will vary from person to person; some people thrive on it and perform better when under pressure, others may panic or become ineffective.