Question 1

The chronological resume works well for individuals who have good educational background and skills but little or no work experience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

To succeed on the job, you should make certain you have a clear understanding of your job duties and how you will be evaluated.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

When preparing an electronic resume:

Accepted Answer

A)  use formatting, such as several fonts and indented lines, to make the resume attractive. 
B)  put your name, address, phone number, and email address each on separate lines. 
C)  use bold print to emphasize words. 
D)  All the above 
A)  use formatting, such as several fonts and indented lines, to make the resume attractive. 
B)  put your name, address, phone number, and email address each on separate lines. 
C)  use bold print to emphasize words. 
D)  All the above B

Question 4

Which of the following is a tax-deferred retirement plan for employees of private companies and corporations?

Accepted Answer

A)  401(k) account 
B)  IRA account 
C)  403(b) account 
D)  Defined benefit account 
A)  401(k) account 
B)  IRA account 
C)  403(b) account 
D)  Defined benefit account

Question 5

When completing an employment application:

Accepted Answer

A)  try to state what may be negative information in a positive manner. 
B)  leave the space blank if the question does not apply to you. 
C)  do not waste time reading the entire application before you begin answering questions. 
D)  Both A and B 
A)  try to state what may be negative information in a positive manner. 
B)  leave the space blank if the question does not apply to you. 
C)  do not waste time reading the entire application before you begin answering questions. 
D)  Both A and B

Question 6

It is likely that a person will work for only one or two organizations during his or her career.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

When you are a job candidate taking part in a team interview:

Accepted Answer

A)  do not try to remember the names for all the interviewers. 
B)  focus on the person who is the team leader regardless of which person asked a question. 
C)  listen carefully to the questions asked and answer them succinctly. 
D)  avoid making eye contact when answering questions. 
A)  do not try to remember the names for all the interviewers. 
B)  focus on the person who is the team leader regardless of which person asked a question. 
C)  listen carefully to the questions asked and answer them succinctly. 
D)  avoid making eye contact when answering questions.

Question 8

You can use the Internet in your job search to:

Accepted Answer

A)  view job openings on company websites. 
B)  use job search agents to find job openings. 
C)  post your resume to job boards. 
D)  All the above 
A)  view job openings on company websites. 
B)  use job search agents to find job openings. 
C)  post your resume to job boards. 
D)  All the above

Question 9

An exit interview is a(n) :

Accepted Answer

A)  good time to criticize your supervisor so that he or she may improve performance. 
B)  meeting between an employee who is leaving the company and a company representative. 
C)  meeting between a job candidate and a potential employer. 
D)  Both A and B 
A)  good time to criticize your supervisor so that he or she may improve performance. 
B)  meeting between an employee who is leaving the company and a company representative. 
C)  meeting between a job candidate and a potential employer. 
D)  Both A and B

Question 10

Networking during a job search means:

Accepted Answer

A)  updating your computer system to make better use of the Internet. 
B)  writing to the human resources departments of companies where you would like to work. 
C)  telling people you know that you are looking for a job. 
D)  All the above 
A)  updating your computer system to make better use of the Internet. 
B)  writing to the human resources departments of companies where you would like to work. 
C)  telling people you know that you are looking for a job. 
D)  All the above

Question 11

If you are fired from a job, you should:

Accepted Answer

A)  realize that the blame lies with your supervisor. 
B)  understand that feelings of rejection and insecurity are normal in this situation. 
C)  evaluate your skills and performance to see how you can improve. 
D)  Both B and C 
A)  realize that the blame lies with your supervisor. 
B)  understand that feelings of rejection and insecurity are normal in this situation. 
C)  evaluate your skills and performance to see how you can improve. 
D)  Both B and C

Question 12

You should write one good letter of application and use it for all companies to which you apply.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Whatever your reasons for leaving a job, you should be professional in handling the exit.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Insurance costs for members of a group plan are typically lower than when individuals purchase health care insurance on their own.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Match between columns
                        Premises: A message written and sent as a follow-up to a job interview
A person who knows your academic ability and/or work skills and habits and is willing to recommend you to employers
A meeting between a job applicant and a potential employer to discuss a job and the applicant's qualifications
A questionnaire completed by job applications to provide information about their qualifications and work experience
A computer program that automatically searches job listings and retrieves jobs matching criteria set by the user
A person who searches for job candidates to fill positions at companies or other organizations
An Internet site that allow users to browse job listings by company, industry, location, and pay
Compensation provided to employees other than salary or wages
Making contacts with people who may help you in an activity, such as your job search or career growth
A concise document that lists your background, education, skills, and experience related to work

Accepted Answer

The Answer of resume reference and job board and recruiter is...

Question 16

You should not restrict your job search to direct contacts only.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

When preparing to take part in an online interview, you should close any software programs that may give you audible alerts or open windows on your screen.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

When researching a company to which you are applying for a job:

Accepted Answer

A)  do not talk to friends and relatives about the organization. 
B)  look for articles written about the company. 
C)  the company's website will probably be of no help. 
D)  Both B and C 
A)  do not talk to friends and relatives about the organization. 
B)  look for articles written about the company. 
C)  the company's website will probably be of no help. 
D)  Both B and C

Question 19

Employment agencies:

Accepted Answer

A)  are good sources of information about job openings. 
B)  are not allowed to charge a fee to job applicants. 
C)  may charge a fee to companies seeking job candidates. 
D)  Both A and C 
A)  are good sources of information about job openings. 
B)  are not allowed to charge a fee to job applicants. 
C)  may charge a fee to companies seeking job candidates. 
D)  Both A and C

Question 20

You should always be accurate and honest when listing information on your resume.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The chronological resume works well for individuals who have good educational background and skills but little or no work experience.

To succeed on the job, you should make certain you have a clear understanding of your job duties and how you will be evaluated.

When preparing an electronic resume:

Which of the following is a tax-deferred retirement plan for employees of private companies and corporations?

When completing an employment application:

It is likely that a person will work for only one or two organizations during his or her career.

When you are a job candidate taking part in a team interview:

You can use the Internet in your job search to:

An exit interview is a(n) :

Networking during a job search means:

If you are fired from a job, you should:

You should write one good letter of application and use it for all companies to which you apply.

Whatever your reasons for leaving a job, you should be professional in handling the exit.

Insurance costs for members of a group plan are typically lower than when individuals purchase health care insurance on their own.

You should not restrict your job search to direct contacts only.

When preparing to take part in an online interview, you should close any software programs that may give you audible alerts or open windows on your screen.

When researching a company to which you are applying for a job:

Employment agencies:

You should always be accurate and honest when listing information on your resume.

Entering the Workforce

Becoming a Professional

Managing and Organizing Yourself

Working Ethically

Understanding the Workplace Team

Developing Customer Focus

Improving Communication Skills

Communicating With Technology

Developing Presentation Skills

Planning Meetings and Events

Managing Physical Records

Managing Electronic Records and Mail

Coordinating Business Travel

Understanding Financial Documents

Leading With Confidence

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Exam 15: Seeking Employment

The chronological resume works well for individuals who have good educational background and skills but little or no work experience.

To succeed on the job, you should make certain you have a clear understanding of your job duties and how you will be evaluated.

When preparing an electronic resume:

Which of the following is a tax-deferred retirement plan for employees of private companies and corporations?

When completing an employment application:

It is likely that a person will work for only one or two organizations during his or her career.

When you are a job candidate taking part in a team interview:

You can use the Internet in your job search to:

An exit interview is a(n) :

Networking during a job search means:

If you are fired from a job, you should:

You should write one good letter of application and use it for all companies to which you apply.

Whatever your reasons for leaving a job, you should be professional in handling the exit.

Insurance costs for members of a group plan are typically lower than when individuals purchase health care insurance on their own.

You should not restrict your job search to direct contacts only.

When preparing to take part in an online interview, you should close any software programs that may give you audible alerts or open windows on your screen.

When researching a company to which you are applying for a job:

Employment agencies:

You should always be accurate and honest when listing information on your resume.

Entering the Workforce

Becoming a Professional

Managing and Organizing Yourself

Working Ethically

Understanding the Workplace Team

Developing Customer Focus

Improving Communication Skills

Communicating With Technology

Developing Presentation Skills

Planning Meetings and Events

Managing Physical Records

Managing Electronic Records and Mail

Coordinating Business Travel

Understanding Financial Documents

Leading With Confidence

Filters