The main sections of a cover letter of application are:

salutation, introduction, body, and conclusion.

What is a characteristic of an entrepreneur?

Has the personality to be self-employed

After an interview, a follow-up letter should be sent to the:

person who conducted the interview.

Which response indicates that the job applicant has problem-solving skills?

developed a new procedure to fix with the old system.

To find the most satisfying career, a person should:

research career and educational information.

Which response would indicate that the job applicant interviewed possesses critical thinking?

I develop new products & processes based data.

An example of an appropriate interview question is

What are your greatest strengths?

A résumé aids the job-seeking process in that it:

organizes experiences and skills.

Which question should a candidate expect to be asked during a job interview you?

What are your skills and abilities?

A cover letter is used to:

highlight information in an accompanying résumé.

During a job interview, a potential employee can demonstrate dependability by:

highlight continual service to a company or organization.

When asked about qualifications during a job interview, a person being interviewed should:

describe qualifications briefly.

Which response would indicate that the applicant has technical resource information skills?

Research using periodicals, electronic, & human resources.

Advancement up a career ladder mainly requires

additional education or training.

Which is a good question to ask a potential employer during a job interview?

"Are there opportunities for advancement?"

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1
The main sections of a cover letter of application are:
address, introduction, midsection, and summary.
salutation, introduction, body, and conclusion.
job title, pay requirements, signature, and references.
intro, conclusion, signature, and contact information
2
Which document helps one plan one's education, career, and life?
Letter of Introduction
Career Portfolio
Career Research Paper
Résumé
3
The ownership, organization, and management of a business is referred to as a/an:
incorporation.
entrepreneurship.
licensure.
certification.
4
What is a characteristic of an entrepreneur?
Follows the leadership of others
Avoids risks
Has the personality to be self-employed
Mostly retired
5
On a résumé, words such as achieved, calculated, examined, and generated are examples of:
buzz words.
action words.
energy words.
résumé generators.
6
To avoid being nervous during a job interview:
practice before the interview.
avoid eye contact with the interviewer.
give short answers to questions.
hold something in one hand.
7
After an interview, a follow-up letter should be sent to the:
president of the company or organization.
head of the Human Resources department.
person who supplied the job lead.
person who conducted the interview.
8
If someone does not understand a question asked by an interviewer,he/she should:
give details that show he/she thinks clearly.
pretend he/she did not hear it.
explain why he/she would be right for the company.
ask him/her to clarify it.
9
What information must be listed on a job application?
Physical handicaps
Number of children
Date of birth
Legal name
10
A candidate with little work experience should focus attention on which section of the résumé?
Awards/achievements
Work experience
Skills
Contact information
11
A letter thanking an employee for working hard is included in the portfolio to demonstrate:
honesty.
cooperation.
punctuality.
work ethic.
12
What is the public government employment agency in N.C.?
Personnel office
Unemployment office
Department of Social Services
Employment Security Commission
13
Private employment agencies:
find jobs for ninety percent of persons seeking work.
charge for their services.
are only located in big cities and in suburbs.
are only in business to help people looking for jobs.
14
When a person decides to quit his/her job, he/she should:
let coworkers know before telling the supervisor.
try to leave on good terms.
take a longer lunch break.
tell the supervisor using a voice mail message.
15
A cover letter is:
a generic letter.
sent with a resume.
not necessary.
a thank you letter.
16
Which response indicates that the job applicant has problem-solving skills?
developed a new procedure to fix with the old system.
I met to discuss complaints about the currents schedule.
I follow instructions, but can't finish, misplaced work .
I only know how to prepare one type of cookie.
17
To find the most satisfying career, a person should:
research career and educational information.
keep trying different job
expect to choose his/her parent’s career.s.
wait for a good job to come along.
18
A primary source of information for would-be entrepreneurs is the:
Employment Security Commission.
Small Business Administration.
Cooperative Education Administration.
Internal Revenue Service.
19
Which response would indicate that the job applicant interviewed possesses critical thinking?
I make three types of sandwiches and beverages.
I determine ordering supplies based on inventory sheets.
I stack shelves and keep items organized
I develop new products & processes based data.
20
Networking, employment agencies, and classified ads can be sources of:
work permits.
résumés.
job leads.
school-to-work programs
21
One advantage of a sole proprietorship is:
start-up costs are lower.
the owner makes all decisions.
there is little financial risk to the owner.
goodwill is already established in the community
22
A cover letter is also known as a:
follow-up letter.
résumé
reference.
letter of application.
23
Who is appropriate for a job applicant to list as a reference?
Sibling
Friend
Mother
Teacher
24
An example of an appropriate interview question is
How old are you?
What are your greatest strengths?
Do you have any children?
Do you have any disabilities?
25
Which is a disadvantage of entrepreneurship?
Varying income
Working for oneself
Working flexible schedule
Performing a variety of tasks
26
A résumé aids the job-seeking process in that it:
takes the place of an interview.
organizes experiences and skills.
alerts the employer to one’s family background.
shows the employer specific attitudes.
27
Networking is an important job skill because it:
may lead to employment.
is required by employers.
increases a person’s salary.
makes a person work harder.
28
Which is a common reason people get fired?
Failure to follow rules
Failure to take leave time
Being punctualCareer
Being industrious
29
Which question should a candidate expect to be asked during a job interview you?
What is your ethnic origin?
How old are you?
What are your skills and abilities?
Are you married?
30
A cover letter is used to:
find out more about the employer.
schedule an interview.
highlight information on the job application.
highlight information in an accompanying résumé.
31
A key quality of success for an entrepreneur is:
being innovative.
letting someone else manage the project.
using only personal resources.
not taking risks.
32
During a job interview, a potential employee can demonstrate dependability by:
highlight continual service to a company or organization.
mentioning that he does not have reliable transportation
sharing a transcript listing 30 absences.
showcasing multiple jobs.
33
When asked about qualifications during a job interview, a person being interviewed should:
ask how much the job pays.
not respond.
talk about skills he/she would like to gain.
describe qualifications briefly.
34
Any money or equipment invested in running a business is referred to as:
franchise.
risk.
capital.
profit.
35
Which response would indicate that the applicant has technical resource information skills?
Research using periodicals, electronic, & human resources.
If I have questions, I should go to my supervisor
If my computer is down, I call Tech Support.
I look up phone numbers when asked by my employer.
36
Which should not be included as part of a follow-up letter?
Statement of thanks for employer’s time & consideration
Contact information
Statement of continued interest in position
Request for another interview
37
Which is an effective method to market oneself on the job?
Take on other’s responsibilities
Demonstrate professionalism
Display a negative attitude
Accept criticism sometimes
38
Advancement up a career ladder mainly requires
additional education or training.
knowing all the answers.
being very sociable at work.
buying presents for the boss.
39
Which is a good question to ask a potential employer during a job interview?
"Are there opportunities for advancement?"
"How soon will I get a raise?"
"What services/products does the company offer?"
"What is the company’s reputation?"
40
Directing an applicant to a potential employer for a job interview is a:
referral.
relocation.
reference.
risk.

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40 termsStudBud Administration155 plays

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Questions 40

Answers

1
The main sections of a cover letter of application are:
address, introduction, midsection, and summary.
salutation, introduction, body, and conclusion.
job title, pay requirements, signature, and references.
intro, conclusion, signature, and contact information
2
Which document helps one plan one's education, career, and life?
Letter of Introduction
Career Portfolio
Career Research Paper
Résumé
3
The ownership, organization, and management of a business is referred to as a/an:
incorporation.
entrepreneurship.
licensure.
certification.
4
What is a characteristic of an entrepreneur?
Follows the leadership of others
Avoids risks
Has the personality to be self-employed
Mostly retired
5
On a résumé, words such as achieved, calculated, examined, and generated are examples of:
buzz words.
action words.
energy words.
résumé generators.
6
To avoid being nervous during a job interview:
practice before the interview.
avoid eye contact with the interviewer.
give short answers to questions.
hold something in one hand.
7
After an interview, a follow-up letter should be sent to the:
president of the company or organization.
head of the Human Resources department.
person who supplied the job lead.
person who conducted the interview.
8
If someone does not understand a question asked by an interviewer,he/she should:
give details that show he/she thinks clearly.
pretend he/she did not hear it.
explain why he/she would be right for the company.
ask him/her to clarify it.
9
What information must be listed on a job application?
Physical handicaps
Number of children
Date of birth
Legal name
10
A candidate with little work experience should focus attention on which section of the résumé?
Awards/achievements
Work experience
Skills
Contact information
11
A letter thanking an employee for working hard is included in the portfolio to demonstrate:
honesty.
cooperation.
punctuality.
work ethic.
12
What is the public government employment agency in N.C.?
Personnel office
Unemployment office
Department of Social Services
Employment Security Commission
13
Private employment agencies:
find jobs for ninety percent of persons seeking work.
charge for their services.
are only located in big cities and in suburbs.
are only in business to help people looking for jobs.
14
When a person decides to quit his/her job, he/she should:
let coworkers know before telling the supervisor.
try to leave on good terms.
take a longer lunch break.
tell the supervisor using a voice mail message.
15
A cover letter is:
a generic letter.
sent with a resume.
not necessary.
a thank you letter.
16
Which response indicates that the job applicant has problem-solving skills?
developed a new procedure to fix with the old system.
I met to discuss complaints about the currents schedule.
I follow instructions, but can't finish, misplaced work .
I only know how to prepare one type of cookie.
17
To find the most satisfying career, a person should:
research career and educational information.
keep trying different job
expect to choose his/her parent’s career.s.
wait for a good job to come along.
18
A primary source of information for would-be entrepreneurs is the:
Employment Security Commission.
Small Business Administration.
Cooperative Education Administration.
Internal Revenue Service.
19
Which response would indicate that the job applicant interviewed possesses critical thinking?
I make three types of sandwiches and beverages.
I determine ordering supplies based on inventory sheets.
I stack shelves and keep items organized
I develop new products & processes based data.
20
Networking, employment agencies, and classified ads can be sources of:
work permits.
résumés.
job leads.
school-to-work programs
21
One advantage of a sole proprietorship is:
start-up costs are lower.
the owner makes all decisions.
there is little financial risk to the owner.
goodwill is already established in the community
22
A cover letter is also known as a:
follow-up letter.
résumé
reference.
letter of application.
23
Who is appropriate for a job applicant to list as a reference?
Sibling
Friend
Mother
Teacher
24
An example of an appropriate interview question is
How old are you?
What are your greatest strengths?
Do you have any children?
Do you have any disabilities?
25
Which is a disadvantage of entrepreneurship?
Varying income
Working for oneself
Working flexible schedule
Performing a variety of tasks
26
A résumé aids the job-seeking process in that it:
takes the place of an interview.
organizes experiences and skills.
alerts the employer to one’s family background.
shows the employer specific attitudes.
27
Networking is an important job skill because it:
may lead to employment.
is required by employers.
increases a person’s salary.
makes a person work harder.
28
Which is a common reason people get fired?
Failure to follow rules
Failure to take leave time
Being punctualCareer
Being industrious
29
Which question should a candidate expect to be asked during a job interview you?
What is your ethnic origin?
How old are you?
What are your skills and abilities?
Are you married?
30
A cover letter is used to:
find out more about the employer.
schedule an interview.
highlight information on the job application.
highlight information in an accompanying résumé.
31
A key quality of success for an entrepreneur is:
being innovative.
letting someone else manage the project.
using only personal resources.
not taking risks.
32
During a job interview, a potential employee can demonstrate dependability by:
highlight continual service to a company or organization.
mentioning that he does not have reliable transportation
sharing a transcript listing 30 absences.
showcasing multiple jobs.
33
When asked about qualifications during a job interview, a person being interviewed should:
ask how much the job pays.
not respond.
talk about skills he/she would like to gain.
describe qualifications briefly.
34
Any money or equipment invested in running a business is referred to as:
franchise.
risk.
capital.
profit.
35
Which response would indicate that the applicant has technical resource information skills?
Research using periodicals, electronic, & human resources.
If I have questions, I should go to my supervisor
If my computer is down, I call Tech Support.
I look up phone numbers when asked by my employer.
36
Which should not be included as part of a follow-up letter?
Statement of thanks for employer’s time & consideration
Contact information
Statement of continued interest in position
Request for another interview
37
Which is an effective method to market oneself on the job?
Take on other’s responsibilities
Demonstrate professionalism
Display a negative attitude
Accept criticism sometimes
38
Advancement up a career ladder mainly requires
additional education or training.
knowing all the answers.
being very sociable at work.
buying presents for the boss.
39
Which is a good question to ask a potential employer during a job interview?
"Are there opportunities for advancement?"
"How soon will I get a raise?"
"What services/products does the company offer?"
"What is the company’s reputation?"
40
Directing an applicant to a potential employer for a job interview is a:
referral.
relocation.
reference.
risk.