Question 1

List three guidelines to follow when deciding what to wear for an employment interview.

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(1)Dress conservatively.(2)Wear limited ...

Question 2

In the selection stage of an interview,your best approach is to

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A)  stick to brief yes and no answers to the interview questions.
B)  relate your training and experience to the organization's needs.
C)  inquire about salary and benefits.
D)  press for an immediate decision on whether or not to hire you.
E)  call the employer to explain what the organization does and how you can help support those goals.F) C) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 3

The employer can legally ask you questions about

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A)  when you graduated from high school.
B)  if working on weekends would conflict with your religion.
C)  if you have ever been arrested.
D)  your age.
E)  your legal right to work in the United States.F) C) and D)
G) C) and E)

Question 4

Most employers interview an applicant ________ before deciding to make a job offer.

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A)  once
B)  multiple times
C)  via email
D)  at job fairs
E)  via Skype or other online method.F) C) and D)
G) A) and D)

Question 5

In the middle section of a job application letter,you should

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A)  present your strongest selling points in terms of their potential benefit to the organization.
B)  give your entire work history,in case the employer doesn't review your résumé.
C)  address your shortcomings and stress that you're willing to learn.
D)  state your minimum salary requirements,even if the employer has not requested them.
E)  ask for an interview and include your contact information.F) B) and E)
G) C) and E)

Question 6

You'll impress prospective employers with your application letter if you

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A)  use a flashy,colorful layout.
B)  show that you know something about the company and its marketplace.
C)  use a personal,"chummy" tone.
D)  state up front that no other applicants could possibly compare to you.
E)  show the employer the value they will get when hiring you at a lower than average salary.F) B) and C)
G) B) and D)

Question 7

You should prepare for a video interview in much the same way you would prepare for an in-person interview.

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A) True 
 B)False

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.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

What six tasks do you need to complete to prepare for a successful job interview?

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When you're preparing for a job intervie...

Question 10

During the question-and-answer stage of an interview,

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A)  stick with one-word,yes-or-no answers.
B)  let the interviewer lead the conversation.
C)  respond to all questions immediately.
D)  don't ask any questions of your own.
E)  be assertive and control the conversation.F) A) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 11

The best salutation for an application letter is

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A)  "Dear Hiring Manager."
B)  "To Whom It May Concern."
C)  one that addresses a specific individual by name.
D)  "Dear Sir or Madam."
E)  one that is very informal,such as,"Hi."F) B) and C)
G) C) and D)

Question 12

When you're responding to questions during an interview,you're more likely to answer them successfully if you

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A)  begin speaking before the employer finishes asking the question.
B)  reply in a terse,matter-of-fact style throughout the interview.
C)  pause for a moment before answering each question.
D)  treat all questions as an opportunity to clarify your personal preferences.
E)  have well practiced responses to standard questions.F) A) and B)
G) C) and D)

Question 13

The foundation of your interview should be

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A)  confidence and competence.
B)  manners and poise.
C)  skills and ability.
D)  dress and professionalism.
E)  eagerness to learn and flexibility.F) D) and E)
G) A) and C)

Question 14

Most employers interview an applicant once before deciding whether to offer a person a job.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A recent survey of hiring professionals revealed that

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A)  most employers understand that candidates may need to answer their smartphones during the interview,and that doing so has no effect on the outcome.
B)  candidates who answer mobile phone calls during interviews are more likely to get the job because they are perceived as busy and important.
C)  answering mobile phone calls or texting in the middle of an interview is the most common mistake candidates make during their interviews.
D)  candidates who warn the interviewer ahead of time that they might have to answer a call during the interview have a better chance of getting the job than those who do not.
E)  phones should be on silent,but it is acceptable to check who the caller is,in the event of an emergency.F) C) and E)
G) D) and E)

Question 16

During the close of the interview,be sure to

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A)  ask the interviewer if they have any other questions for you.
B)  try to identify why you were asked illegal questions.
C)  check your watch and see if the interview lasted at least 45 minutes.
D)  emphasize your value to the organization.
E)  ask what you did well,and what should be worked on for the next round of interviews.F) A) and D)
G) C) and D)

Question 17

The best approach for an application letter depends on

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A)  how much you need to stand out from other applicants.
B)  whether or not your résumé is up to date.
C)  how long you have been on the job market.
D)  whether you are sending a solicited letter or an unsolicited letter.
E)  your relationship with the person you are writing to.F) C) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 18

When choosing the clothing you'll wear for a workplace interview,the best policy is to

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A)  dress for a casual dress work environment.
B)  dress conservatively,showcasing a bold statement piece.
C)  combine a conservative look with a casual look with dark jeans and a blazer.
D)  dress conservatively and professionally.
E)  wear a bold color that shows confidence and leadership.F) C) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 19

If you write a letter to decline the offer of a job,

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A)  use the direct format.
B)  use an indirect format.
C)  do not use email.
D)  follow the AIDA plan.
E)  explain why,in detail,you are not accepting the position.F) B) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 20

In the middle part of an application letter,you should indicate your salary range and potential benefits to your employer.

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A) True 
 B)False

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