Except these are the people in your way of getting that job that could be potentially life/career changing for you financially or otherwise. In this market or depending on your situation that would be hard to ignore.

I think that's a red herring. You are a knowledge worker. You are paid to disagree when necessary. Yes, people will probably take offense when you say "that's just a dumb question" but if they can't at least be approached when you offer your opinion in a palatable(sic) way, that's simply not going to work.

Understand what is being asked. Your insight on a topic is being tested. Offer an answer that does not read like a dodge or a coin flip.