Question 1

Which résumé format can help a candidate emphasize skills,capabilities,and other areas of competence instead of job history?

Accepted Answer

A) Keyword 
B) Chronological 
C) Combination 
D) Functional 
E) Audience-centered 
A) Keyword 
B) Chronological 
C) Combination 
D) Functional 
E) Audience-centered

Question 2

Showing up a few minutes late to an interview sends a strong message that you are a busy person.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

If you're thinking about using a functional résumé to support your job search,remember that many employers

Accepted Answer

A) are suspicious of them. 
B) strongly prefer them to chronological résumés. 
C) view them as a sign of strong communication skills. 
D) don't know what they are. 
E) prefer a CV or a traditional résumé. 
A) are suspicious of them. 
B) strongly prefer them to chronological résumés. 
C) view them as a sign of strong communication skills. 
D) don't know what they are. 
E) prefer a CV or a traditional résumé.

Question 4

If you're still in school,you should present your educational background in depth on your résumé,since that is probably your strongest selling point.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

What is "quality of hire," and how do companies use it?

Accepted Answer

"Quality of hire" is a measure

Question 6

How can you adapt your résumé to show you are a good fit for a specific job?

Accepted Answer

A) Include as many bulleted keywords as possible 
B) Write the résumé using applicant tracking software 
C) Use the same terminology as the employer 
D) Include a link to social media sites such as LinkedIn and Facebook 
E) Explain career goals in a "Career Objective" section of the résumé 
A) Include as many bulleted keywords as possible 
B) Write the résumé using applicant tracking software 
C) Use the same terminology as the employer 
D) Include a link to social media sites such as LinkedIn and Facebook 
E) Explain career goals in a "Career Objective" section of the résumé

Question 7

The best way to handle frequent job changes on a résumé is to

Accepted Answer

A) avoid any mention of a job you held for less than a year. 
B) group similar jobs under a single heading. 
C) provide a detailed explanation of each one. 
D) leave dates off the résumé. 
E) indicate the reason for leaving after each position. 
A) avoid any mention of a job you held for less than a year. 
B) group similar jobs under a single heading. 
C) provide a detailed explanation of each one. 
D) leave dates off the résumé. 
E) indicate the reason for leaving after each position.

Question 8

Which of the following should your goal be during the interview process?

Accepted Answer

A) To explain what you are looking for in an entry-level position 
B) To show how classes have prepared you for a position in your field 
C) To determine your value in the market 
D) To explore what type of positions would be most interesting to you 
E) To explain how your general potential translates to the specific needs of the position 
A) To explain what you are looking for in an entry-level position 
B) To show how classes have prepared you for a position in your field 
C) To determine your value in the market 
D) To explore what type of positions would be most interesting to you 
E) To explain how your general potential translates to the specific needs of the position

Question 9

Which of the following personal data should be included in the résumé when applying to U.S.companies?

Accepted Answer

A) Age 
B) National origin 
C) Salary history 
D) Email address 
E) Reasons for leaving jobs 
A) Age 
B) National origin 
C) Salary history 
D) Email address 
E) Reasons for leaving jobs

Question 10

An effective résumé design looks

Accepted Answer

A) cute and clever. 
B) clean and professional. 
C) assignable and scalable. 
D) compressed and thorough. 
E) unique and eye catching. 
A) cute and clever. 
B) clean and professional. 
C) assignable and scalable. 
D) compressed and thorough. 
E) unique and eye catching.

Question 11

A type of résumé that emphasizes a candidate's skills and accomplishments while also including a complete job history is termed

Accepted Answer

A) a chronological résumé. 
B) a functional résumé. 
C) a combination résumé. 
D) an indirect résumé. 
E) a targeted résumé. 
A) a chronological résumé. 
B) a functional résumé. 
C) a combination résumé. 
D) an indirect résumé. 
E) a targeted résumé.

Question 12

How should a candidate use a mobile device to extend the information in a résumé?

Accepted Answer

A) To instant message a potential hiring manager 
B) To enhance the personal brand on an online portfolio 
C) To indicate eagerness for the job by being available at all times 
D) To instantly reply to any queries about the résumé 
E) To embed links in a résumé that can lead an employer to other sites 
A) To instant message a potential hiring manager 
B) To enhance the personal brand on an online portfolio 
C) To indicate eagerness for the job by being available at all times 
D) To instantly reply to any queries about the résumé 
E) To embed links in a résumé that can lead an employer to other sites

Question 13

Many companies judge the success of their recruiting efforts by the

Accepted Answer

A) quantity of hire. 
B) cost-benefit hiring ratio. 
C) quality of hire. 
D) social media click-through rate. 
A) quantity of hire. 
B) cost-benefit hiring ratio. 
C) quality of hire. 
D) social media click-through rate.

Question 14

In addition to your name,what should be included in the Contact Information section of your résumé?

Accepted Answer

(1)Physical address,(2)phone n

Question 15

How can you help a potential employer see that you are a good fit for the specific needs of a particular position?

Accepted Answer

A) Indicate the specific job you want in the application letter 
B) Use an objective section on the résumé to tell the employer what you are looking for 
C) Use action terms 
D) Customize your résumé to the specific job opening 
E) Stress grades and volunteerism instead of previous jobs 
A) Indicate the specific job you want in the application letter 
B) Use an objective section on the résumé to tell the employer what you are looking for 
C) Use action terms 
D) Customize your résumé to the specific job opening 
E) Stress grades and volunteerism instead of previous jobs

Question 16

Your résumé should list past jobs in chronological order,with the first job first and the current job last.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Discuss why it is important to be honest when creating a résumé and during the interview process.

Accepted Answer

Applicants with integrity know they don'

Question 18

Why is it important to build networks with people who have similar professions or are currently working at organizations you are interested in working for?

Accepted Answer

A) Current employees will always give honest opinions about the organization 
B) You are more likely to get a Tweetup invitation 
C) Most companies ask employees for recommendations before using other search techniques 
D) You can use those connections to make even more connections through sites like LinkedIn 
E) You are more likely to be recommended for an opening so those in your network can spend more time with you 
A) Current employees will always give honest opinions about the organization 
B) You are more likely to get a Tweetup invitation 
C) Most companies ask employees for recommendations before using other search techniques 
D) You can use those connections to make even more connections through sites like LinkedIn 
E) You are more likely to be recommended for an opening so those in your network can spend more time with you

Question 19

If you choose not to list your GPA in the "Education" section of your résumé

Accepted Answer

A) most employers will not consider you for an interview. 
B) employers will generally respect you for being modest and not boasting about your record. 
C) you should be prepared to answer questions about it during the interview. 
D) you should always state it in your application letter. 
E) you should include a list of classes taken. 
A) most employers will not consider you for an interview. 
B) employers will generally respect you for being modest and not boasting about your record. 
C) you should be prepared to answer questions about it during the interview. 
D) you should always state it in your application letter. 
E) you should include a list of classes taken.

Question 20

Identify seven common areas of concern in résumés,and how to address them.

Accepted Answer

First is frequent job changes.If you've

Which résumé format can help a candidate emphasize skills,capabilities,and other areas of competence instead of job history?

Showing up a few minutes late to an interview sends a strong message that you are a busy person.

If you're thinking about using a functional résumé to support your job search,remember that many employers

If you're still in school,you should present your educational background in depth on your résumé,since that is probably your strongest selling point.

What is "quality of hire," and how do companies use it?

How can you adapt your résumé to show you are a good fit for a specific job?

The best way to handle frequent job changes on a résumé is to

Which of the following should your goal be during the interview process?

Which of the following personal data should be included in the résumé when applying to U.S.companies?

An effective résumé design looks

A type of résumé that emphasizes a candidate's skills and accomplishments while also including a complete job history is termed

How should a candidate use a mobile device to extend the information in a résumé?

Many companies judge the success of their recruiting efforts by the

In addition to your name,what should be included in the Contact Information section of your résumé?

How can you help a potential employer see that you are a good fit for the specific needs of a particular position?

Your résumé should list past jobs in chronological order,with the first job first and the current job last.

Discuss why it is important to be honest when creating a résumé and during the interview process.

Why is it important to build networks with people who have similar professions or are currently working at organizations you are interested in working for?

If you choose not to list your GPA in the "Education" section of your résumé

Identify seven common areas of concern in résumés,and how to address them.

Understanding the Foundations of Business Communications

Collaboration,Interpersonal Communication,and Business Etiquette

Communication Challenges in a Diverse,Global Marketplace

Planning Business Messages

Writing Business Messages

Completing Business Messages

Digital Media

Social Media

Visual Media

Writing Routine and Positive Messages

Writing Negative Messages

Writing Persuasive Messages

Finding,Evaluating,and Processing Information

Planning Reports and Proposals

Writing and Completing Reports and Proposals

Developing Presentations in a Social Media Environment

Enhancing Presentations with Slides and Other Visuals

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

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Exam 18: Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Which résumé format can help a candidate emphasize skills,capabilities,and other areas of competence instead of job history?

Showing up a few minutes late to an interview sends a strong message that you are a busy person.

If you're thinking about using a functional résumé to support your job search,remember that many employers

If you're still in school,you should present your educational background in depth on your résumé,since that is probably your strongest selling point.

What is "quality of hire," and how do companies use it?

How can you adapt your résumé to show you are a good fit for a specific job?

The best way to handle frequent job changes on a résumé is to

Which of the following should your goal be during the interview process?

Which of the following personal data should be included in the résumé when applying to U.S.companies?

An effective résumé design looks

A type of résumé that emphasizes a candidate's skills and accomplishments while also including a complete job history is termed

How should a candidate use a mobile device to extend the information in a résumé?

Many companies judge the success of their recruiting efforts by the

In addition to your name,what should be included in the Contact Information section of your résumé?

How can you help a potential employer see that you are a good fit for the specific needs of a particular position?

Your résumé should list past jobs in chronological order,with the first job first and the current job last.

Discuss why it is important to be honest when creating a résumé and during the interview process.

Why is it important to build networks with people who have similar professions or are currently working at organizations you are interested in working for?

If you choose not to list your GPA in the "Education" section of your résumé

Identify seven common areas of concern in résumés,and how to address them.

Understanding the Foundations of Business Communications

Collaboration,Interpersonal Communication,and Business Etiquette

Communication Challenges in a Diverse,Global Marketplace

Planning Business Messages

Writing Business Messages

Completing Business Messages

Digital Media

Social Media

Visual Media

Writing Routine and Positive Messages

Writing Negative Messages

Writing Persuasive Messages

Finding,Evaluating,and Processing Information

Planning Reports and Proposals

Writing and Completing Reports and Proposals

Developing Presentations in a Social Media Environment

Enhancing Presentations with Slides and Other Visuals

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

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