Behavioral questions are interview inquiries designed to assess how a candidate has handled situations in the past. These questions often start with phrases like "Tell me about a time when..." and focus on specific experiences that demonstrate skills, problem-solving abilities, and interpersonal qualities. Employers use these questions to predict future behavior based on past actions. The rationale behind behavioral questions is rooted in the behavioral interview technique, which suggests that past behavior is a reliable indicator of future performance. Candidates are encouraged to use the STAR method—Situation, Task, Action, Result—to structure their responses effectively.