No matter the background of the person, they should all be given what in applying for the job?\nOptions:\n- critical thinking\n- congratulated\n- equal opportunity\n- compliments\n- raffle tickets
Stream of thoughts:
equal opportunity
People are usually hired for a certain job based on their academic and practical skills.

The background of a person does not determine his knowledge and skills.

Each applicant must be given equal opportunity while applying for the job.

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So, the final answer is equal opportunity