Question 1

Use expressions such as I hope in the closing of your cover message to sound polite.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Because a résumé is expected to showcase your strengths, you should puff up your résumé with some inflated work history or educational experience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

To obtain a position as an administrative assistant, clerk or coordinator is an example of an effective career objective.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which statement best describes a step in creating a customized résumé?

Accepted Answer

A)  Begin with your name, address, telephone number, and e-mail address.
B)  Always include a specific career objective.
C)  Place the most important information last where it can leave a lasting impression.
D)  Replace your education details with a summary of qualifications.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 5

Ildiko is starting a new job search. What is the best advice you can give her about preparing her résumé?

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A)  Tell her to save time by preparing an all-purpose résumé that can be used to apply for any position.
B)  Tell her to make sure that her résumé focuses on what she wants in a position.
C)  Tell her to prepare a customized résumé to fit each company and position.
D)  Tell her to make sure that her résumé is no longer than one page.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 6

You should have a separate list of ____________________. This list consists of instructors, your current employer or previous employers, colleagues or subordinates, and other professional contacts who are willing to answer inquiries regarding your qualifications for employment.

Accepted Answer

The answer of You should have a separate list of...

Question 7

People who have changed jobs frequently or who have gaps in their employment should probably prepare a résumé using the functional format.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which of the following is the best way to use LinkedIn?

Accepted Answer

A)  Update your LinkedIn status hourly.
B)  Search for a company in which you are interested.
C)  Pay someone to monitor LinkedIn for you.
D)  Do not clutter your mailbox with job alerts.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 9

Why should job seekers should ask themselves questions such as Do I communicate well in speech and in writing? and Do I work well with people and enjoy teamwork?

Accepted Answer

A)  to identify their interests and goals
B)  to assess their qualifications
C)  to select a specific career path
D)  to research the hidden job marketE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 10

Winston has been asked to submit a plain-text résumé. Which of the following formatting suggestions should Winston NOT follow?

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A)  Use a basic font such as Arial.
B)  Use italics for all headings.
C)  Replace boldface type with capital letters.
D)  Ensure that punctuation and capitalization are correct.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 11

A(n) ____________________-text résumé is an electronic résumé suitable for e-mailing or for pasting into online résumé bank submission forms.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ____________________-text résumé is an electronic résumé...

Question 12

To maximize "hits" on a résumé that will be read by an applicant tracking system (ATS), focus on specific ____________________ that describe your experience, education, and qualifications in terms associated with the job advertisement or job description for the position.

Accepted Answer

The answer of To maximize "hits" on a résumé that...

Question 13

Which of the following statements does NOT represent good advice for preparing a e-portfolio?

Accepted Answer

A)  Omit references and contact information.
B)  Dress professionally in business attire, just as you would for an in-person interview.
C)  Keep the video to three minutes or less.
D)  Use video résumés exclusively to show off your talents.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 14

Hal will be graduating soon and wants to decide on a career path. Which of the following should he do?

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A)  He should avoid taking a part-time job offer in a related field since it will make him less employable.
B)  He should interview someone in his chosen field.
C)  He should wait until he has a job to join a professional organization in his field.
D)  He should disregard classified ads since most companies advertise only online.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 15

Which statement best describes an appropriate opening for an unsolicited cover letter?

Accepted Answer

A)  If you are unsure whether a position exists, use a more persuasive opening.
B)  Avoid mentioning the company by name so that you can send your cover letter to numerous companies.
C)  Make cover letters for unsolicited jobs longer than those for solicited jobs because you will have to provide more information about yourself.
D)  Be vague about the type of position you're seeking so that you might be considered for a variety of jobs.E) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 16

Which of the following statements about searching for a job online is NOT accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Searching for a job online has completely replaced traditional methods.
B)  Many online job listings are outdated and fail to produce leads.
C)  Applicants must be careful with the information they post on big job boards to avoid identity theft.
D)  Corporate recruiters say that the big job boards bring a flood of candidates, many of whom are not suited for the listed jobs.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 17

Which of the following statements best describes the importance of a career objective portion of a résumé?

Accepted Answer

A)  Your career objective should focus on your professional needs.
B)  A well-written career objective will add value only to functional résumés.
C)  A career objective should be customized for the job opening.
D)  Using phrases such as entry-level will show that you're honest and humble.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 18

Which of the following should Antonio do to create his LinkedIn profile?

Accepted Answer

A)  He should use keywords and phrases that might appear in job descriptions.
B)  He should use community URLs to drive his name to the top of a Google search.
C)  He should include qualitative achievements that reveal his skills.
D)  He should remember that LinkedIn is a network only for established employees.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 19

Franav will be graduating soon and wants to use the Web to conduct his job search. What will probably be his best source for finding a job online?

Accepted Answer

A)  websites such as Monster.com and CareerBuilder.com
B)  social networking sites such as LinkedIn and Facebook
C)  specific corporate websites
D)  general search sites such as Google.com and Yahoo.comE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 20

Which of the following statements is good advice about preparing your résumé?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use personal pronouns such as I to describe your experiences on a résumé.
B)  Seek the help of a résumé-writing service for a résumé that will stand out in a competitive job market.
C)  Adding a touch of humour to your résumé is an effective way to demonstrate your personality to a potential employer.
D)  Because it's probably the most important message you'll ever write, your résumé must be perfect.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Exam 15: The Job Search and Résumés

Which of the following statements does NOT represent good advice for preparing a e-portfolio?

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Ildiko is starting a new job search. What is the best advice you can give her about preparing her résumé?

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Which of the following statements about searching for a job online is NOT accurate?

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Which of the following statements is good advice about preparing your résumé?

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To obtain a position as an administrative assistant, clerk or coordinator is an example of an effective career objective.

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Which statement best describes a step in creating a customized résumé?

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Which of the following is the best way to use LinkedIn?

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Which of the following should Antonio do to create his LinkedIn profile?

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Because a résumé is expected to showcase your strengths, you should puff up your résumé with some inflated work history or educational experience.

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Use expressions such as I hope in the closing of your cover message to sound polite.

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A(n) ____________________-text résumé is an electronic résumé suitable for e-mailing or for pasting into online résumé bank submission forms.

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Winston has been asked to submit a plain-text résumé. Which of the following formatting suggestions should Winston NOT follow?

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Which of the following statements best describes the importance of a career objective portion of a résumé?

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Franav will be graduating soon and wants to use the Web to conduct his job search. What will probably be his best source for finding a job online?

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Hal will be graduating soon and wants to decide on a career path. Which of the following should he do?

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Why should job seekers should ask themselves questions such as Do I communicate well in speech and in writing? and Do I work well with people and enjoy teamwork?

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People who have changed jobs frequently or who have gaps in their employment should probably prepare a résumé using the functional format.

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Which statement best describes an appropriate opening for an unsolicited cover letter?

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To maximize "hits" on a résumé that will be read by an applicant tracking system (ATS), focus on specific ____________________ that describe your experience, education, and qualifications in terms associated with the job advertisement or job description for the position.

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You should have a separate list of ____________________. This list consists of instructors, your current employer or previous employers, colleagues or subordinates, and other professional contacts who are willing to answer inquiries regarding your qualifications for employment.

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