Question 1

List at least seven of the nine most common problems with résumés.

Accepted Answer

(1) Too long or wordy. (2) Too short or

Question 2

The best approach to résumé writing is to create a single, solid version and send it to all prospective employers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Including a photo of yourself with your résumé

Accepted Answer

A)  helps you stand out among other applicants. 
B)  is the best way to guard against potential discrimination. 
C)  will cause some employers to discard your application immediately. 
D)  is a great way to personalize your application. 
A)  helps you stand out among other applicants. 
B)  is the best way to guard against potential discrimination. 
C)  will cause some employers to discard your application immediately. 
D)  is a great way to personalize your application.

Question 4

Explain what it means to take the initiative to find job opportunities, and why it is necessary in today's job market.

Accepted Answer

When it comes to finding the right caree

Question 5

Because the competition for most jobs is so great, even a seemingly minor mistake on a résumé can eliminate your chances of success.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following is not a common problem that employers see in résumés?

Accepted Answer

A)  They are filled with misspellings and grammatical errors. 
B)  They display a weak understanding of the industry. 
C)  They fail to catch the employer's eye with flashy graphics. 
D)  They are too long. 
A)  They are filled with misspellings and grammatical errors. 
B)  They display a weak understanding of the industry. 
C)  They fail to catch the employer's eye with flashy graphics. 
D)  They are too long.

Question 7

You can create a PDF file of your résumé with free Adobe Reader software.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The best way to find job opportunities is usually

Accepted Answer

A)  identifying companies you want to work for and focusing your efforts on them. 
B)  waiting to hear about them from people you know. 
C)  looking in the newspaper. 
D)  searching online job boards such as Monster and applying before others get the chance to see the openings. 
A)  identifying companies you want to work for and focusing your efforts on them. 
B)  waiting to hear about them from people you know. 
C)  looking in the newspaper. 
D)  searching online job boards such as Monster and applying before others get the chance to see the openings.

Question 9

As part of your job search, it's essential to stay abreast of business and financial news.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

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)  provide a detailed explanation of each one. 
C)  group similar jobs under a single heading. 
D)  do none of the above. 
A)  avoid any mention of a job you held for less than a year. 
B)  provide a detailed explanation of each one. 
C)  group similar jobs under a single heading. 
D)  do none of the above.

Question 11

A résumé is a persuasive message designed to help you get an interview.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The vast majority of all job openings in the U.S. are

Accepted Answer

A)  never advertised. 
B)  advertised the old-fashioned way-in the newspaper. 
C)  posted on Craigslist or Monster. 
D)  none of the above. 
A)  never advertised. 
B)  advertised the old-fashioned way-in the newspaper. 
C)  posted on Craigslist or Monster. 
D)  none of the above.

Question 13

Which of the following would be the best wording to use on a résumé?

Accepted Answer

A)  "I was in charge of a staff of six employees." 
B)  "Was in charge of entire departmental staff." 
C)  "I supervised a full staff of six employees." 
D)  "Supervised staff of six employees." 
A)  "I was in charge of a staff of six employees." 
B)  "Was in charge of entire departmental staff." 
C)  "I supervised a full staff of six employees." 
D)  "Supervised staff of six employees."

Question 14

Employers see a one-page résumé as a sign that an applicant is weak.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The ________ ________ section of a résumé states what you wish to accomplish in your work.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ________ ________ section of a résumé...

Question 16

Do not include on your résumé items that could encourage discrimination, such as

Accepted Answer

A)  hobbies. 
B)  sexual orientation. 
C)  military service. 
D)  home address. 
A)  hobbies. 
B)  sexual orientation. 
C)  military service. 
D)  home address.

Question 17

Community service activities should be listed in the ________ and ________ section of your résumé.

Accepted Answer

Activities

Question 18

The most common problem with résumé design is

Accepted Answer

A)  failing to include at least one graphic. 
B)  using the wrong type of paper. 
C)  settling for an old-fashioned look. 
D)  using excessive and distracting design elements. 
A)  failing to include at least one graphic. 
B)  using the wrong type of paper. 
C)  settling for an old-fashioned look. 
D)  using excessive and distracting design elements.

Question 19

List and describe the three methods for organizing a résumé along with the advantages and disadvantages of each one.

Accepted Answer

(1) Chronological-lists your employment

Question 20

In the ________ ________ section of your résumé you list jobs you've had and responsibilities you've held on those jobs.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the ________ ________ section of your...

Exam 18: Building Careers and Writing Résumés

List at least seven of the nine most common problems with résumés.

The best approach to résumé writing is to create a single, solid version and send it to all prospective employers.

Including a photo of yourself with your résumé

Explain what it means to take the initiative to find job opportunities, and why it is necessary in today's job market.

Because the competition for most jobs is so great, even a seemingly minor mistake on a résumé can eliminate your chances of success.

Which of the following is not a common problem that employers see in résumés?

You can create a PDF file of your résumé with free Adobe Reader software.

The best way to find job opportunities is usually

As part of your job search, it's essential to stay abreast of business and financial news.

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

A résumé is a persuasive message designed to help you get an interview.

The vast majority of all job openings in the U.S. are

Which of the following would be the best wording to use on a résumé?

Employers see a one-page résumé as a sign that an applicant is weak.

The ________ ________ section of a résumé states what you wish to accomplish in your work.

Do not include on your résumé items that could encourage discrimination, such as

Community service activities should be listed in the ________ and ________ section of your résumé.

The most common problem with résumé design is

List and describe the three methods for organizing a résumé along with the advantages and disadvantages of each one.

In the ________ ________ section of your résumé you list jobs you've had and responsibilities you've held on those jobs.

Achieving Success Through Effective Business Communication

Mastering Interpersonal Communication

Communicating in a World of Diversity

Planning Business Messages

Writing Business Messages

Completing Business Messages

Crafting Messages for Electronic Media

Writing Routine and Positive Messages

Writing Negative Messages

Writing Persuasive Messages

Finding, Evaluating, and Processing Information

Designing Visual Communication

Planning Reports and Proposals

Writing Reports and Proposals

Completing Reports and Proposals

Developing Oral and Online Presentations

Enhancing Presentations With Slides and Other Visuals

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

Format and Layout of Business Documents

Documentation of Report Sources

Correction Symbols

Filters

The section of a résumé states what you wish to accomplish in your work.

Community service activities should be listed in the and section of your résumé.

In the section of your résumé you list jobs you've had and responsibilities you've held on those jobs.