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When formatting a scannable version of your résumé,


A) italicize business, school and college names.
B) use shading to differentiate the sections of the résumé.
C) stay with a plain design with no special formatting.
D) keep white space to a minimum and a small font to keep to one page.

E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

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Which one of the following statements is FALSE concerning a job objective?


A) A job objective helps the interviewer determine if what you have to offer matches the job the company has to offer.
B) A job objective should be specific to one job.
C) Some experts say that a job objective may limit your job opportunities.
D) A job objective should reveal your career goal.

E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

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A career summary section on your résumé has become a standard section in today's information age.

A) True
B) False

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Chen is searching for a job and has prepared a thorough résumé that includes the customary sections, plus information related to his volunteer work and foreign travel. Including these "extras" has caused his résumé to be two pages in length. What advice would you give him?


A) If including the extra information will likely increase his chances of getting an interview, he should leave it in, regardless of whether it takes two pages.
B) He should cut enough information to keep the résumé length to one page.
C) He should leave the information in the résumé; just change the margin and font so that it all fits on one page.
D) Don't worry about length; it is unimportant in résumé design.

E) C) and D)
F) All of the above

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An effective résumé summarizes the career-related strengths and weaknesses of the job applicant.

A) True
B) False

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What is the best attitude to have regarding finding a job?


A) Finding a job is a process.
B) Finding a job is a matter of luck.
C) Finding a job is an event.
D) Finding a job is not necessary; one will come to you.

E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

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A scannable résumé can be categorized and ranked by the employer based on the number of key word matches found.

A) True
B) False

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While e-portfolios and employment videos are helpful in communicating a person's qualifications and abilities, their use may also


A) enable the potential employer not to stereotype.
B) eliminate potential illegal discrimination.
C) encourage the potential employer to focus on your physical characteristics.
D) result in all of the above.

E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

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Which of the following is the BEST suggestion for preparing an employment video?


A) Avoid segments that reflect you in a variety of activities.
B) Avoid talking about your skills.
C) Do not advertise your employment video to protect your privacy.
D) Make sure the video has a professional appearance that compliments you.

E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

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List three ways to organize a résumé and describe when each résumé is appropriate.

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A résumé can be organized in the following ways: A. Chronological résumé: Used for applicants who have progressed up a clearly defined career ladder and want to continue along this path. B. Functional résumé: Used for applicants who either consider themselves well qualified in many areas or whose education and experience are scant. C. Chrono-functional résumé: Combination of chronological and functional résumé that combines the best features of the two types of résumés above.

Friends, relatives, and neighbors make good job references because they know the candidate well and can personalize their recommendations.

A) True
B) False

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Including complete information about your references on a résumé


A) is necessary, since employers check references before scheduling interviews.
B) is optional, since a list of references can typically be provided after a successful interview.
C) is inappropriate, because the list takes up needed space.
D) is illegal since contacting persons for recommendations before an interview is an invasion of privacy.

E) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

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B

Networking both electronically and in person is important to gaining job leads and career counseling.

A) True
B) False

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Which of the following is FALSE concerning the chronological résumé?


A) It is the traditional organization format for résumés.
B) Reverse chronological order for dates is typical in this type of résumé, although it is not always effective.
C) It is especially effective for applicants who have gaps in employment or who have held various types of jobs.
D) It can emphasize either education or experience.

E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

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Describe three steps in the research phase of a job search.

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1. Gather relevant information for decis...

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Evan is preparing a vésumé for posting to YouTube. Which of the following should he avoid in preparing his video?


A) Keep the image steady by using a camera tripod.
B) Avoid light behind him that casts shadows.
C) Turn up the camera microphone for high quality sound.
D) Solicit the help of someone with film experience.

E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

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Describe the three versions of your resume that you will need to accommodate various employers' preferences for the presentation and delivery.

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Completing a self-, career-, and job analysis will assist you in the employment process by


A) identifying your qualifications as they relate to an employer's needs.
B) ensuring that you have selected the right career.
C) comparing your qualifications to the duties and responsibilities of the job you are seeking.
D) achieving all of the above.

E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

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Which of the following descriptions of duties in the work experience section of a résumé is most effective?


A) Responsible for all point-of-sale floor displays.
B) Set up floor displays.
C) Created eye-catching floor displays with minimal financial resources.
D) My merchandising team constructed point-of-sale floor displays.

E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

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C

Paul is using the Internet to locate job opportunities. Which of the following will be the MOST effective way to access information on available jobs through a Google search?


A) Input the job title sought.
B) Type in "job search."
C) Start with a wider job description term, then narrow down.
D) Avoid using other search engines.

E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

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