Question 1

Which of the following would be a competency commonly associated with successful people?

Accepted Answer

A) An ability to work well with others in a variety of settings 
B) A willingness to cope with conflict and adapt to change 
C) An ability to solve problems creatively in team settings 
D) Effective written and oral communication skills 
E) All of these are competencies commonly associated with successful people 
A) An ability to work well with others in a variety of settings 
B) A willingness to cope with conflict and adapt to change 
C) An ability to solve problems creatively in team settings 
D) Effective written and oral communication skills 
E) All of these are competencies commonly associated with successful people

Question 2

A cafeteria-style employee benefits program allows workers to select the benefits they prefer based on their personal situations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Creative resumes or those with a gimmick are most appropriate for careers in:

Accepted Answer

A) accounting. 
B) finance. 
C) advertising. 
D) information technology. 
E) human resources. 
A) accounting. 
B) finance. 
C) advertising. 
D) information technology. 
E) human resources.

Question 4

A medical-spending account (Archer MSA)allows people to pay health care costs with pretax dollars.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Compared to a job,a career:

Accepted Answer

A) Does not offer a path for occupational growth. 
B) Requires a commitment to a position. 
C) Requires continued training. 
D) Has limited opportunities for advancement. 
E) Leads to an internship. 
A) Does not offer a path for occupational growth. 
B) Requires a commitment to a position. 
C) Requires continued training. 
D) Has limited opportunities for advancement. 
E) Leads to an internship.

Question 6

Career choices require periodic evaluation of trade-offs related to:

Accepted Answer

A) Personal factors 
B) Social factors 
C) Economic factors 
D) All of these 
E) None of these 
A) Personal factors 
B) Social factors 
C) Economic factors 
D) All of these 
E) None of these

Question 7

If you are planning on starting a business,what 3 main issues must you consider?

Accepted Answer

First,become knowledgeable about your pr

Question 8

The purpose of an informational interview is to obtain employment from a branch office of a major corporation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A mentor is an experienced employee who serves as a teacher and counselor for a less experienced person in a career field.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following is an opportunity to contact several firms in a short time span? (Hint: It is often held at local universities or convention centers.)

Accepted Answer

A) Networking 
B) An internship 
C) A career fair 
D) A cover letter 
E) An informational interview 
A) Networking 
B) An internship 
C) A career fair 
D) A cover letter 
E) An informational interview

Question 11

Prepare a list of interview questions you should expect in preparing for an interview.

Accepted Answer

Below is a

Question 12

When searching for employment,candidates can expect to interact with hiring managers through social networks using:

Accepted Answer

A)  a LinkedIn profile. 
B) Twitter. 
C) QR (quick response) codes. 
D) Pinterest. 
E) Any of these 
A)  a LinkedIn profile. 
B) Twitter. 
C) QR (quick response) codes. 
D) Pinterest. 
E) Any of these

Question 13

Which of the following is a benefit on which you pay taxes at some future date?

Accepted Answer

A) Cafeteria-style benefit 
B) Vesting 
C) Tax-deferred benefit 
D) Tax-exempt benefit 
E) Exclusion 
A) Cafeteria-style benefit 
B) Vesting 
C) Tax-deferred benefit 
D) Tax-exempt benefit 
E) Exclusion

Question 14

Employability skills are missing in many potential employees and do not necessarily include:

Accepted Answer

A) skills to obtain a work situation. 
B) skills to maintain a work situation. 
C) skills to advance in a work situation. 
D) skills to supervise others in work situation. 
E) any of these 
A) skills to obtain a work situation. 
B) skills to maintain a work situation. 
C) skills to advance in a work situation. 
D) skills to supervise others in work situation. 
E) any of these

Question 15

Jason Liang has gotten three job offers.He is now looking at the benefits packages of all three to see what he likes and doesn't like.Which step in the career planning and advancement process is Jason completing?

Accepted Answer

A) Assess and research personal goals, abilities, and career fields. 
B) Research the employment market and identify specific employment opportunities. 
C) Develop a resume and cover letter to apply for available positions. 
D) Interview for available positions and assess interview performance. 
E) Evaluate financial and other factors of positions offered. 
A) Assess and research personal goals, abilities, and career fields. 
B) Research the employment market and identify specific employment opportunities. 
C) Develop a resume and cover letter to apply for available positions. 
D) Interview for available positions and assess interview performance. 
E) Evaluate financial and other factors of positions offered.

Question 16

The purpose of a cover letter is to determine if a company has jobs available.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Mathematical abilities,problem-solving skills,and physical dexterity are examples of:

Accepted Answer

A) interests. 
B) survival skills. 
C) aptitudes. 
D) occupational attitudes. 
E) on-the-job training. 
A) interests. 
B) survival skills. 
C) aptitudes. 
D) occupational attitudes. 
E) on-the-job training.

Question 18

Which of the following is the process of making and using contacts in the business world for obtaining and updating career information and finding job opportunities?

Accepted Answer

A) Networking 
B) An internship 
C) A career fair 
D) A cover letter 
E) Financial planning 
A) Networking 
B) An internship 
C) A career fair 
D) A cover letter 
E) Financial planning

Question 19

Bill Evans is concerned about the effect of current economic conditions on various career fields.Which one of the following would be most useful to Bill as he addresses his concerns?

Accepted Answer

A) Occupational Outlook Handbook 
B) Newspaper and Television 
C) Campus Career Development Office 
D) Career Fair 
E) Professional Association 
A) Occupational Outlook Handbook 
B) Newspaper and Television 
C) Campus Career Development Office 
D) Career Fair 
E) Professional Association

Question 20

What is the purpose of a cover letter?

Accepted Answer

A) Obtain career planning information 
B) Request a reference for a job 
C) Develop resume information 
D) Research a career area 
E) Express interest in a job and help you obtain an interview. 
A) Obtain career planning information 
B) Request a reference for a job 
C) Develop resume information 
D) Research a career area 
E) Express interest in a job and help you obtain an interview.

Which of the following would be a competency commonly associated with successful people?

A cafeteria-style employee benefits program allows workers to select the benefits they prefer based on their personal situations.

Creative resumes or those with a gimmick are most appropriate for careers in:

A medical-spending account (Archer MSA)allows people to pay health care costs with pretax dollars.

Compared to a job,a career:

Career choices require periodic evaluation of trade-offs related to:

If you are planning on starting a business,what 3 main issues must you consider?

The purpose of an informational interview is to obtain employment from a branch office of a major corporation.

A mentor is an experienced employee who serves as a teacher and counselor for a less experienced person in a career field.

Which of the following is an opportunity to contact several firms in a short time span? (Hint: It is often held at local universities or convention centers.)

Prepare a list of interview questions you should expect in preparing for an interview.

When searching for employment,candidates can expect to interact with hiring managers through social networks using:

Which of the following is a benefit on which you pay taxes at some future date?

Employability skills are missing in many potential employees and do not necessarily include:

Jason Liang has gotten three job offers.He is now looking at the benefits packages of all three to see what he likes and doesn't like.Which step in the career planning and advancement process is Jason completing?

The purpose of a cover letter is to determine if a company has jobs available.

Mathematical abilities,problem-solving skills,and physical dexterity are examples of:

Which of the following is the process of making and using contacts in the business world for obtaining and updating career information and finding job opportunities?

Bill Evans is concerned about the effect of current economic conditions on various career fields.Which one of the following would be most useful to Bill as he addresses his concerns?

What is the purpose of a cover letter?

Personal Finance Basics and the Time Value of Money

Money Management Strategy: Financial Statements and Budgeting

Planning Your Tax Strategy

Financial Services: Savings Plans and Payment Accounts

Introduction to Consumer Credit

Choosing a Source of Credit: The Costs of Credit Alternatives

Consumer Purchasing Strategies and Legal Protection

The Housing Decision: Factors and Finances

Property and Motor Vehicle Insurance

Health, Disability, and Long-Term Care Insurance

Life Insurance

Investing Fundamentals

Investing in Stock

Investing in Bonds

Investing in Mutual Funds

Investing in Real Estate and Other Investment Alternatives

Starting Early: Retirement Planning

Estate Planning

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Exam 2: Financial Aspects of Career Planning

Which of the following would be a competency commonly associated with successful people?

A cafeteria-style employee benefits program allows workers to select the benefits they prefer based on their personal situations.

Creative resumes or those with a gimmick are most appropriate for careers in:

A medical-spending account (Archer MSA)allows people to pay health care costs with pretax dollars.

Compared to a job,a career:

Career choices require periodic evaluation of trade-offs related to:

If you are planning on starting a business,what 3 main issues must you consider?

The purpose of an informational interview is to obtain employment from a branch office of a major corporation.

A mentor is an experienced employee who serves as a teacher and counselor for a less experienced person in a career field.

Which of the following is an opportunity to contact several firms in a short time span? (Hint: It is often held at local universities or convention centers.)

Prepare a list of interview questions you should expect in preparing for an interview.

When searching for employment,candidates can expect to interact with hiring managers through social networks using:

Which of the following is a benefit on which you pay taxes at some future date?

Employability skills are missing in many potential employees and do not necessarily include:

Jason Liang has gotten three job offers.He is now looking at the benefits packages of all three to see what he likes and doesn't like.Which step in the career planning and advancement process is Jason completing?

The purpose of a cover letter is to determine if a company has jobs available.

Mathematical abilities,problem-solving skills,and physical dexterity are examples of:

Which of the following is the process of making and using contacts in the business world for obtaining and updating career information and finding job opportunities?

Bill Evans is concerned about the effect of current economic conditions on various career fields.Which one of the following would be most useful to Bill as he addresses his concerns?

What is the purpose of a cover letter?

Personal Finance Basics and the Time Value of Money

Money Management Strategy: Financial Statements and Budgeting

Planning Your Tax Strategy

Financial Services: Savings Plans and Payment Accounts

Introduction to Consumer Credit

Choosing a Source of Credit: The Costs of Credit Alternatives

Consumer Purchasing Strategies and Legal Protection

The Housing Decision: Factors and Finances

Property and Motor Vehicle Insurance

Health, Disability, and Long-Term Care Insurance

Life Insurance

Investing Fundamentals

Investing in Stock

Investing in Bonds

Investing in Mutual Funds

Investing in Real Estate and Other Investment Alternatives

Starting Early: Retirement Planning

Estate Planning

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