Question 1

When asking questions during a job interview,you should __________________

Accepted Answer

A) stick to neutral topics such as the weather. 
B) prepare insightful questions of your own. 
C) stick to questions that elicit simple yes or no answers. 
D) put as much pressure on the interviewer as possible. 
A) stick to neutral topics such as the weather. 
B) prepare insightful questions of your own. 
C) stick to questions that elicit simple yes or no answers. 
D) put as much pressure on the interviewer as possible.

Question 2

When it comes to discussing salary you should __________________

Accepted Answer

A) let the interviewer raise the topic first. 
B) tell the interviewer how much you expect. 
C) negotiate a higher salary if you are not satisfied with the offer and are in a good bargaining position. 
D) mention that your salary is not negotiable. 
A) let the interviewer raise the topic first. 
B) tell the interviewer how much you expect. 
C) negotiate a higher salary if you are not satisfied with the offer and are in a good bargaining position. 
D) mention that your salary is not negotiable.

Question 3

Employers cannot legally discriminate against job candidates on the basis of religious affiliation,marital status,or how many children you have.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

List at least five items you should take to every interview.

Accepted Answer

(1)Small notebook; (2)pen; (3)list of th

Question 5

When going to a job interview,__________________

Accepted Answer

A) take along samples of your work. 
B) don't bring copies of your résumé;you can assume the interviewer already has one. 
C) try not to be more than five or ten minutes late. 
D) do all of the above. 
A) take along samples of your work. 
B) don't bring copies of your résumé;you can assume the interviewer already has one. 
C) try not to be more than five or ten minutes late. 
D) do all of the above.

Question 6

An interview in which a job candidate is criticized or provoked is a type of __________________

Accepted Answer

A) stress interview. 
B) structured interview. 
C) screening interview. 
D) situational interview. 
A) stress interview. 
B) structured interview. 
C) screening interview. 
D) situational interview.

Question 7

Cognitive and personality tests are a means of eliminating unqualified applicants.

Accepted Answer

Cognitive

Question 8

During the question-and-answer phase of an interview,try to keep your answers short;usually just a yes or no will do.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Describe each of the three stages in a typical sequence of interviews.

Accepted Answer

(1)Screening stage:These interviews usua

Question 10

A letter accepting a job can constitute a legally binding contract.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

At the close of an interview,you can impress the interviewer with your assertiveness by pressing for an immediate decision.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

In panel or group interviews several candidates are used to determine how candidates interact with potential peers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Body language is particularly important during the warm-up phase of a job interview.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

You are more likely to have a successful interview if you __________________

Accepted Answer

A) refrain from smiling. 
B) give the impression of poise,good manners and good judgement. 
C) avoid using hand gestures. 
D) do all of the above. 
A) refrain from smiling. 
B) give the impression of poise,good manners and good judgement. 
C) avoid using hand gestures. 
D) do all of the above.

Question 15

Which of the following would be the most effective opening for an unsolicited application letter?

Accepted Answer

A) "Hi! Let me introduce myself.My name is Clydene Desmond,and I'd like to apply for any positions you may have for graphic artists." 
B) "I hear you've been looking for a graphic artist.Look no further." 
C) "I've just graduated from the Pasadena School of Graphic Arts,and somebody gave me your name as a company that could use my services." 
D) "As a recent honors graduate of one of the top graphic arts programs in the country,I could make a strong contribution to Westec's publications division." 
A) "Hi! Let me introduce myself.My name is Clydene Desmond,and I'd like to apply for any positions you may have for graphic artists." 
B) "I hear you've been looking for a graphic artist.Look no further." 
C) "I've just graduated from the Pasadena School of Graphic Arts,and somebody gave me your name as a company that could use my services." 
D) "As a recent honors graduate of one of the top graphic arts programs in the country,I could make a strong contribution to Westec's publications division."

Question 16

When going in for a job interview,it's best to take __________________

Accepted Answer

A) a list of questions to ask. 
B) some kind of object to occupy your hands,such as a pen or a key ring. 
C) a tape recorder. 
D) all of the above. 
A) a list of questions to ask. 
B) some kind of object to occupy your hands,such as a pen or a key ring. 
C) a tape recorder. 
D) all of the above.

Question 17

In general,what three guidelines should you follow when deciding what to wear for an employment interview?

Accepted Answer

(1)Dress conservatively.(2)Wear the best

Question 18

When requesting time extensions to consider job offers use the format for __________________

Accepted Answer

A) positive messages 
B) bad-news messages. 
C) persuasive messages. 
D) goodwill messages. 
A) positive messages 
B) bad-news messages. 
C) persuasive messages. 
D) goodwill messages.

Question 19

Briefly define "situational interview."

Accepted Answer

In a situational interview (or behaviour

Question 20

When inquiring about a hiring decision as a follow-up to a job interview,use a message of inquiry with the general plan for a direct request.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

When asking questions during a job interview,you should __________________

When it comes to discussing salary you should __________________

Employers cannot legally discriminate against job candidates on the basis of religious affiliation,marital status,or how many children you have.

List at least five items you should take to every interview.

When going to a job interview,__________________

An interview in which a job candidate is criticized or provoked is a type of __________________

Cognitive and personality tests are a means of eliminating unqualified applicants.

During the question-and-answer phase of an interview,try to keep your answers short;usually just a yes or no will do.

Describe each of the three stages in a typical sequence of interviews.

A letter accepting a job can constitute a legally binding contract.

At the close of an interview,you can impress the interviewer with your assertiveness by pressing for an immediate decision.

In panel or group interviews several candidates are used to determine how candidates interact with potential peers.

Body language is particularly important during the warm-up phase of a job interview.

You are more likely to have a successful interview if you __________________

Which of the following would be the most effective opening for an unsolicited application letter?

When going in for a job interview,it's best to take __________________

In general,what three guidelines should you follow when deciding what to wear for an employment interview?

When requesting time extensions to consider job offers use the format for __________________

Briefly define "situational interview."

When inquiring about a hiring decision as a follow-up to a job interview,use a message of inquiry with the general plan for a direct request.

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Writing Routine and Positive Messages

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Writing Persuasive Messages

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Exam 16: Applying and Interviewing for Employment

When asking questions during a job interview,you should __________________

When it comes to discussing salary you should __________________

Employers cannot legally discriminate against job candidates on the basis of religious affiliation,marital status,or how many children you have.

List at least five items you should take to every interview.

When going to a job interview,__________________

An interview in which a job candidate is criticized or provoked is a type of __________________

Cognitive and personality tests are a means of eliminating unqualified applicants.

During the question-and-answer phase of an interview,try to keep your answers short;usually just a yes or no will do.

Describe each of the three stages in a typical sequence of interviews.

A letter accepting a job can constitute a legally binding contract.

At the close of an interview,you can impress the interviewer with your assertiveness by pressing for an immediate decision.

In panel or group interviews several candidates are used to determine how candidates interact with potential peers.

Body language is particularly important during the warm-up phase of a job interview.

You are more likely to have a successful interview if you __________________

Which of the following would be the most effective opening for an unsolicited application letter?

When going in for a job interview,it's best to take __________________

In general,what three guidelines should you follow when deciding what to wear for an employment interview?

When requesting time extensions to consider job offers use the format for __________________

Briefly define "situational interview."

When inquiring about a hiring decision as a follow-up to a job interview,use a message of inquiry with the general plan for a direct request.

Achieving Success Through Effective Business Communication

Communicating in Teams and Mastering Listening and Nonverbal Communication Skills

Communicating Interculturally

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

Planning Reports and Proposals

Writing Reports and Proposals

Completing Reports and Proposals

Designing and Delivering Oral and Online Presentations

Building Careers and Writing Résumés

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