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You could just ask them respectfully.

Everyone involved should already be fully aware that any deception in employment application would be grounds for instant termination forever.

If not make sure the awareness is there.

Bring them in for an interview and ask this direct question so they can provide a written answer while you watch. And while you're at it you can do a live fizz-buzz to maybe hone your own sense of bullshit detection to keep up with emerging challenges.

If they are actually doing this, learn from them when you have the chance.