Question 1

The most popular résumé format among recruiters is the functional résumé.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Many companies don't announce their openings publicly, resulting in the ____________________ job market.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Many companies don't announce their openings publicly,...

Question 3

Assume that a friend has approached you for advice about how to conduct a safe and effective Web job search.She knows that you are taking a business communications course and wants to take advantage of your expertise.Based on the material covered in your textbook, what five tips for conducting a safe, effective Web job search would you give your friend? Be sure to explain each tip.

Accepted Answer

Student answers will vary but will inclu

Question 4

Employers favor the ____________________ résumé format, partly because they're most familiar with it.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Employers favor the ____________________ résumé format, partly...

Question 5

Because of today's technologies, you may need three versions of your résumé.Which of the following is not one of these versions?

Accepted Answer

A)  A traditional print-based résumé 
B)  A résumé that's been professionally typeset by a specialist 
C)  A scannable résumé 
D)  A plain-text résumé for e-mailing or online posting 
A)  A traditional print-based résumé 
B)  A résumé that's been professionally typeset by a specialist 
C)  A scannable résumé 
D)  A plain-text résumé for e-mailing or online posting

Question 6

A cover letter is most appealing if it

Accepted Answer

A)  begins by addressing the reader by name. 
B)  is general and is addressed to Ladies and Gentlemen or To Whom It May Concern. 
C)  is addressed to a job title such as Personnel Manager or to a department such as Human Resources Department. 
D)  omits the salutation altogether. 
A)  begins by addressing the reader by name. 
B)  is general and is addressed to Ladies and Gentlemen or To Whom It May Concern. 
C)  is addressed to a job title such as Personnel Manager or to a department such as Human Resources Department. 
D)  omits the salutation altogether.

Question 7

Simin was told that her résumé will be scanned when it is received.What should she do to maximize scannability?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use double columns to organize data. 
B)  Put her name on the very first line. 
C)  Use underlining and italics to make important information stand out. 
D)  All of these choices 
A)  Use double columns to organize data. 
B)  Put her name on the very first line. 
C)  Use underlining and italics to make important information stand out. 
D)  All of these choices

Question 8

Alberto knows that his résumé will be scanned.What should he do to maximize "hits" as his résumé is scanned?

Accepted Answer

A)  Include easily recognized abbreviations and acronyms, especially those within his field 
B)  Incorporate words from the advertisement or job description 
C)  Include specific keywords that describe skills, traits, tasks, and job titles 
D)  All of these choices 
A)  Include easily recognized abbreviations and acronyms, especially those within his field 
B)  Incorporate words from the advertisement or job description 
C)  Include specific keywords that describe skills, traits, tasks, and job titles 
D)  All of these choices

Question 9

The Summary of Qualifications section that lists your most impressive accomplishments and qualifications replaces the Education and Experience sections.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

An effective résumé style for job hunters who are afraid of appearing overqualified is the

Accepted Answer

A)  scannable résumé. 
B)  functional résumé. 
C)  chronological résumé. 
D)  online résumé. 
A)  scannable résumé. 
B)  functional résumé. 
C)  chronological résumé. 
D)  online résumé.

Question 11

Today's technologies have made print-based résumés obsolete.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

A cover letter should motivate action in the closing paragraph by asking for a(n)____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A cover letter should motivate action in...

Question 13

To obtain an entry-level position that offers room for advancement is an example of an effective career objective.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following is the best advice for a cover letter that accompanies a résumé sent via e-mail or by fax?

Accepted Answer

A)  Take the time to prepare a professional cover letter to accompany your résumé sent electronically. 
B)  Mail the cover letter separately from the résumé sent via e-mail or fax. 
C)  Shorten your e-mail or fax cover letter to a brief statement such as Please consider the attached résumé for your opening. 
D)  Skip the cover letter as it is unnecessary to introduce yourself because the e-mail or fax includes your name. 
A)  Take the time to prepare a professional cover letter to accompany your résumé sent electronically. 
B)  Mail the cover letter separately from the résumé sent via e-mail or fax. 
C)  Shorten your e-mail or fax cover letter to a brief statement such as Please consider the attached résumé for your opening. 
D)  Skip the cover letter as it is unnecessary to introduce yourself because the e-mail or fax includes your name.

Question 15

Narantuya has decided to add a bulleted list of her most impressive qualifications to her résumé.What is this list called?

Accepted Answer

A)  Summary of qualifications 
B)  Career objective 
C)  Main heading 
D)  Personal data 
A)  Summary of qualifications 
B)  Career objective 
C)  Main heading 
D)  Personal data

Question 16

Describe the difference between a solicited and an unsolicited cover letter.When should each be sent? How should each be organized? Then write an opening paragraph for each type of cover letter.

Accepted Answer

Student answers will vary but should inc

Question 17

To maximize "hits" on your scannable résumé, focus on specific ____________________ that describe skills, traits, tasks, and job titles.

Accepted Answer

The answer of To maximize "hits" on your scannable résumé,...

Question 18

Job seekers should ask themselves questions such as What am I passionate about and how can I turn that passion into a career? and Do I enjoy working with people, data, or things? to

Accepted Answer

A)  identify their interests and goals. 
B)  evaluate their qualifications. 
C)  select a specific career path. 
D)  research the hidden job market. 
A)  identify their interests and goals. 
B)  evaluate their qualifications. 
C)  select a specific career path. 
D)  research the hidden job market.

Question 19

A(n)____________________ of qualifications, which appears near the top of a résumé, should include three to eight bulleted statements that prove you are the ideal candidate for the position.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)____________________ of qualifications, which appears near the...

Question 20

Unsolicited letters of application should use a persuasive opening that will convince the person to read on.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The most popular résumé format among recruiters is the functional résumé.

Many companies don't announce their openings publicly, resulting in the ____________________ job market.

Employers favor the ____________________ résumé format, partly because they're most familiar with it.

Because of today's technologies, you may need three versions of your résumé.Which of the following is not one of these versions?

A cover letter is most appealing if it

Simin was told that her résumé will be scanned when it is received.What should she do to maximize scannability?

Alberto knows that his résumé will be scanned.What should he do to maximize "hits" as his résumé is scanned?

The Summary of Qualifications section that lists your most impressive accomplishments and qualifications replaces the Education and Experience sections.

An effective résumé style for job hunters who are afraid of appearing overqualified is the

Today's technologies have made print-based résumés obsolete.

A cover letter should motivate action in the closing paragraph by asking for a(n)____________________.

To obtain an entry-level position that offers room for advancement is an example of an effective career objective.

Which of the following is the best advice for a cover letter that accompanies a résumé sent via e-mail or by fax?

Narantuya has decided to add a bulleted list of her most impressive qualifications to her résumé.What is this list called?

Describe the difference between a solicited and an unsolicited cover letter.When should each be sent? How should each be organized? Then write an opening paragraph for each type of cover letter.

To maximize "hits" on your scannable résumé, focus on specific ____________________ that describe skills, traits, tasks, and job titles.

Job seekers should ask themselves questions such as What am I passionate about and how can I turn that passion into a career? and Do I enjoy working with people, data, or things? to

A(n)____________________ of qualifications, which appears near the top of a résumé, should include three to eight bulleted statements that prove you are the ideal candidate for the position.

Unsolicited letters of application should use a persuasive opening that will convince the person to read on.

Effective and Ethical Communication at Work

Professionalism: Team, Meeting, Listening, Nonverbal, and Etiquette Skills

Intercultural Communication

Planning Business Messages

Organizing and Writing Business Messages

Revising Business Messages

Electronic Messages and Digital Media

Positive Messages

Negative Messages

Persuasive and Sales Messages

Report and Research Basics

Informal Business Reports

Proposals, Business Plans, and Formal Business Reports

Business Presentations

Interviewing and Following Up

Filters

Exam 15: The Job Search, Resumes, and Cover Letters

The most popular résumé format among recruiters is the functional résumé.

Many companies don't announce their openings publicly, resulting in the ____________________ job market.

Employers favor the ____________________ résumé format, partly because they're most familiar with it.

Because of today's technologies, you may need three versions of your résumé.Which of the following is not one of these versions?

A cover letter is most appealing if it

Simin was told that her résumé will be scanned when it is received.What should she do to maximize scannability?

Alberto knows that his résumé will be scanned.What should he do to maximize "hits" as his résumé is scanned?

The Summary of Qualifications section that lists your most impressive accomplishments and qualifications replaces the Education and Experience sections.

An effective résumé style for job hunters who are afraid of appearing overqualified is the

Today's technologies have made print-based résumés obsolete.

A cover letter should motivate action in the closing paragraph by asking for a(n)____________________.

To obtain an entry-level position that offers room for advancement is an example of an effective career objective.

Which of the following is the best advice for a cover letter that accompanies a résumé sent via e-mail or by fax?

Narantuya has decided to add a bulleted list of her most impressive qualifications to her résumé.What is this list called?

Describe the difference between a solicited and an unsolicited cover letter.When should each be sent? How should each be organized? Then write an opening paragraph for each type of cover letter.

To maximize "hits" on your scannable résumé, focus on specific ____________________ that describe skills, traits, tasks, and job titles.

Job seekers should ask themselves questions such as What am I passionate about and how can I turn that passion into a career? and Do I enjoy working with people, data, or things? to

A(n)____________________ of qualifications, which appears near the top of a résumé, should include three to eight bulleted statements that prove you are the ideal candidate for the position.

Unsolicited letters of application should use a persuasive opening that will convince the person to read on.

Effective and Ethical Communication at Work

Professionalism: Team, Meeting, Listening, Nonverbal, and Etiquette Skills

Intercultural Communication

Planning Business Messages

Organizing and Writing Business Messages

Revising Business Messages

Electronic Messages and Digital Media

Positive Messages

Negative Messages

Persuasive and Sales Messages

Report and Research Basics

Informal Business Reports

Proposals, Business Plans, and Formal Business Reports

Business Presentations

Interviewing and Following Up

Filters