Question 1

Every résumé should include a career objective.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

A large part of your job-search strategy should be deciding what makes you special and desirable in the job market. This introspective process is called

Accepted Answer

A)   networking.
B)   personal branding.
C)   desired workplace behavior.
D)   cognitive reflection.

Question 3

Because they expect you to showcase your strengths and hide your weaknesses, employers say it is acceptable to self-promote and distort facts on your résumé.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which of the following would help an individual assess his or her employment qualifications?

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A)   Do I speak, write, or understand another language?
B)   How would you describe the perfect job, boss, and coworkers?
C)   Would you like to work for someone else or be your own boss?
D)   Do you enjoy working with people, data, or things?

Question 5

Many applicants prepare a plain-text résumé because it can be pasted directly into the body of an e-mail message.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

To help you develop your personal network, you should do all of the following except

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A)   develop a contact list of anyone who would be willing to talk with you about finding a job.
B)   make contacts with people in person and online.
C)   follow up on referrals.
D)   use only online resources to help you connect with others.

Question 7

Many job seekers today use social networking sites like Facebook and LinkedIn to network and to find positions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Kendra is searching for a job and wants to use electronic sources. Which of the following will probably be her best source of online job listings?

Accepted Answer

A)   Big job boards such as Monster and CareerBuilder
B)   Specific company websites
C)   Her college website job board
D)   Niche websites

Question 9

Using the big job boards such as Monster or CareerBuilder to locate an open position is a waste of time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following statements about today's job market is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)   Today's job market remains stable and remarkably similar to the job market ten years ago.
B)   Personal networking and referrals continue to be the primary route to hiring.
C)   Despite its popularity, the Internet has not affected the way in which individuals search for jobs.
D)   Job candidates should avoid using job boards, search engines, and social networks to hunt for jobs.

Question 11

Which of the following statements is inaccurate regarding the opening in a cover message for an unsolicited job?

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A)   If you are unsure whether a position exists, use a more persuasive opening.
B)   Demonstrate knowledge of the reader's business to convince the person to continue reading.
C)   Show how your special talents will benefit the company and convince the reader that your skill is exactly what this position demands.
D)   Be vague about the type of position you're seeking so that you might be considered for a variety of jobs.

Question 12

How can an individual find career data?

Accepted Answer

A)   Using a library
B)   Searching the Web
C)   Conducting an interview with someone in a particular field
D)   All answer choices are sources for finding career data.

Question 13

Employers today will probably ask you to submit your résumé in any of following formats except as a

Accepted Answer

A)   PDF document.
B)   professionally typeset document.
C)   Word document.
D)   plain-text document.

Question 14

Which statement about open and hidden job markets is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)   More jobs are secured through the open job market than through the hidden job market.
B)   The open job market consists of jobs that are advertised or listed.
C)   Most job seekers start searching for jobs using the hidden job market.
D)   The hidden job market refers to those jobs that are filled through illegal or unethical tactics.

Question 15

Which of the following is the best career objective for a résumé?

Accepted Answer

A)   An entry-level position in the marketing area with a possibility of promotion
B)   A challenging job at an organization that raises the bar in data security
C)   Serving as a team player in a company where independent thinking is a top priority
D)   An accounting position in which 10 years' experience and a license as a CPA will allow me to assist your company with payroll, employee benefits, and governmental tax and records reporting

Question 16

What is the most accurate statement about plain-text résumés?

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A)   Plain-text résumés are in high demand for electronic applications because recruiters and employers no longer ask candidates to send application materials by postal mail.
B)   A plain-text format is widely used for posting to online job boards and for applying by e-mail.
C)   Plain-text résumés will look exactly like the original and cannot be altered without Adobe Acrobat and other conversion software.
D)   A plain-text résumé enables a job candidate to present his or her experiences, qualifications, and interests in video form.

Question 17

When creating the main heading of your résumé,

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A)   place your name on the first line.
B)   include your current work e-mail address so that you can check your messages frequently.
C)   include your home and cell phone numbers, along with the phone numbers of any family members who might take messages for you.
D)   incorporate a catchy e-mail address such as hotmama@gmail.com.

Question 18

References should be listed on a résumé.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A(n) ____________________ résumé uses colorful charts, graphics, and time lines to illustrate a candidate's work history and experience.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ____________________ résumé uses colorful charts, graphics,...

Question 20

You can maximize recognition of your résumé by a tracking system if you use targeted keywords and incorporate words from the advertisement or job description.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 13: the Job Search and Resumes in the Digital Age

When creating the main heading of your résumé,

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A large part of your job-search strategy should be deciding what makes you special and desirable in the job market. This introspective process is called

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To help you develop your personal network, you should do all of the following except

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How can an individual find career data?

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You can maximize recognition of your résumé by a tracking system if you use targeted keywords and incorporate words from the advertisement or job description.

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Which of the following is the best career objective for a résumé?

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Because they expect you to showcase your strengths and hide your weaknesses, employers say it is acceptable to self-promote and distort facts on your résumé.

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What is the most accurate statement about plain-text résumés?

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Using the big job boards such as Monster or CareerBuilder to locate an open position is a waste of time.

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Many job seekers today use social networking sites like Facebook and LinkedIn to network and to find positions.

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Every résumé should include a career objective.

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References should be listed on a résumé.

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Which statement about open and hidden job markets is most accurate?

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Kendra is searching for a job and wants to use electronic sources. Which of the following will probably be her best source of online job listings?

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Many applicants prepare a plain-text résumé because it can be pasted directly into the body of an e-mail message.

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Which of the following would help an individual assess his or her employment qualifications?

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Which of the following statements about today's job market is most accurate?

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A(n) ____________________ résumé uses colorful charts, graphics, and time lines to illustrate a candidate's work history and experience.

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Employers today will probably ask you to submit your résumé in any of following formats except as a

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Which of the following statements is inaccurate regarding the opening in a cover message for an unsolicited job?

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