If an employer finds a discrepancy during a background verification, there are a few different options that they can take. The first option is to ignore the discrepancy and move on with the hiring process. This is usually only done if the discrepancy is small and not likely to impact the job performance of the candidate. The second option is to ask the candidate for an explanation of the discrepancy. This gives the candidate a chance to clear up any misunderstandings and provide more information about their background. If the employer is still not satisfied with the explanation, they may choose to withdraw the job offer or disqualify the candidate from further consideration.