Meaning of 'job-seeking process'

[Cristian]

Business English Lesson, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #144 "Job Applications", question 2

The application is a key marketing tool for the applicant in the job-......... process.

(a) advertising
(b) gathering
(c) seeking
(d) wanted

Business English Lesson, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #144 "Job Applications", answer 2

The application is a key marketing tool for the applicant in the job-seeking process.

Correct answer: (c) seeking

Your answer was: incorrect
The application is a key marketing tool for the applicant in the job-gathering process.
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Why is "job-seeking" incorrect as an answer to this question? The "process" through which applicants go is usually "seeking" a position, before "gathering" or gaining one, isn't it?
Thanks for the reply.

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