Which of the following recruitment sources should be eliminated as the most significant cost-saving measure?

Staffing agencies typically charge high fees (20–30% of an employee’s annual salary) for placements. Eliminating agency use can save significant recruiting costs, making it a major cost-saving measure if feasible.

Official Extract:

"Reducing reliance on external agencies helps lower recruitment costs significantly, especially when internal sourcing strategies can fill roles effectively."

(Source: HRCI PHR Content Outline 2024–2025, Talent Planning and Acquisition Section, Recruitment Cost Management)