Chapter 5 E-Commerce Test

Question 1

The e-commerce workplace is best suited for someone who is flexible, likes challenges, and has

Accepted Answer

a strong work ethic

Question 2

a non-paying assignment that allows you to observe several workers in different job assignments

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job shadowing

Question 3

How will e-commerce retailing jobs compare in growth to traditional retailing jobs through 2010

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much higher growth in e-commerce

Question 4

work that a person does for pay

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job

Question 5

Your career will likely influence your lifestyle.

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True

Question 6

typically unpaid assignment where you work with employees with hands-on experience

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internship

Question 7

High school is the perfect time to begin thinking about and preparing for an e-commerce career.

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True

Question 8

A career and a job are the same thing.

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False

Question 9

a Department of Labor career reference guide

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Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH)

Question 10

Classified ads have a section entitled e-commerce jobs that will separate this job from others.

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False

Question 11

What industry is expected to have the fastest growing fields during the next 10 years?

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computer and information systems

Question 12

a series of jobs built on a foundation of interest, knowledge, training, and experience

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career

Question 13

What is the fastest growing source of career information?

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the Web

Question 14

Recommendations for ergonomics include eliminating glare from the screen, stretching, and

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varying work tasks to avoid fatigue

Question 15

If you are unsure of your career choice, job shadowing can be helpful.

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True

Question 16

This is your advertisement, designed to interest an employer, highlighting your strengths.

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resume

Question 17

Two in five jobs in the computer and information systems industry are in the service sector.

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True

Question 18

Most people will work ____ years during their lifetime.

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50 years

Question 19

the study of the physical, environmental, and emotional areas of work

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ergonomics

Question 20

Name the steps that you would take to locate, research, and pursue an e-commerce job.

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internship, mentorship, or job shadowing, read magazines, talk to friend/family, or go online, one can search on the Web and in classified ads, create a resume, or creating a digital portfolio.

Question 21

What are the ways that a career can influence your lifestyle?

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all of the above

Question 22

a collection of pages emphasizing your professional and personal strengths to an employer

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digital portfolio

Question 23

a Department of Labor agency which ensures a safe and healthy work environment

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Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Question 24

E-commerce careers are not suited for workers with disabilities.

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False

Question 25

What skills are needed by workers in e-commerce?

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all of the above

Question 26

E-commerce has an array of job opportunities which require different skills and education.

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True

Question 27

Some e-commerce businesses may be completely based in workers homes.

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True

Question 28

Which type of worker would benefit from presenting a functional resume?

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a worker who does not have extensive work experience

Question 29

If you enjoy writing, a career in e-commerce would not be a good fit.

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False

Question 30

In what situation would an internship be preferable to job shadowing?

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Job Seeker no longer needs to sample different careers, the person wants to confirm his or her interest, wants to developing a relationship with an employer, a job seeker in certain about a career choice

Question 31

electronic structured summary of your job objective, education, employment, and qualifications

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electronic resume

Question 32

a paying assignment that assigns an advisor to direct you and help you prepare for this career

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mentorship

Chapter 5 E-Commerce Test

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Chapter 5 E-Commerce Test

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