Question 1

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 2

If you cannot find the name of a person to address your cover message to, which of the following is the most suitable replacement?

Accepted Answer

A)  The phrase  To Whom It May Concern
B)  A descriptive subject line such as  Marketing Specialist Position
C)  The phrase  Hiring Manager
D)  The name of the CEOE) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 3

On your résumé, p roviding the GPA for only the courses in your declared major is considered unethical.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

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 5

A résumé that lists work history job by job, starting with the most recent position, has been prepared using the ____________________ style.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A résumé that lists work history job...

Question 6

Proofreading a résumé is important because a résumé must be perfect.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which of the following is the best advice about résumé length?

Accepted Answer

A)  Because recruiters are busy, keep it to one page.
B)  Because recruiters and hiring managers want to know your skills, make it as long as needed to sell yourself.
C)  Because recruiters interview applicants with two-page résumés, make it two pages.
D)  Because experts are divided between one- or two-page résumé length, make your résumé a page and a half.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 8

LinkedIn is the No. 1 social media site to use when looking for a job.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A cover message should always be limited to one page.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

A résumé should include personal data (birth date, health, height, weight, and sometimes a photograph)to help the recruiter finalize his or her decision.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

Research shows that readers of online résumés approach them using which letter as a pattern?

Accepted Answer

A)  I
B)  F
C)  H
D)  UE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 13

CareerBuilder is an example of a niche job searching site.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 14

You should work to minimize the use of  I  in a cover message.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which of the following is the best tip for creating a successful cover message?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use different paper colors and paper types for your résumé and cover message to create a strong visual impact.
B)  Make activities and outcomes, not yourself, the subject of sentences to reduce overuse of "I."
C)  Use a creative letter style to surprise the reader and make a big impact.
D)  Keep the focus on your skills and traits through frequent use of "I" statements.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 16

The best way to find a job online is at a company's own website.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The résumé format most popular with recruiters and hiring managers is the functional résumé because it focuses on the job applicant's skills and abilities related to the position sought.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

What statement best describes the summary of qualifications portion of a résumé?

Accepted Answer

A)  Recruiters and hiring managers dislike the summary of qualifications section because it adds reading time.
B)  The summary of qualifications usually appears at the end of a résumé to provide a strong closing.
C)  Smart job seekers add a summary of their most impressive qualifications to their résumés to save the time of recruiters and hiring managers.
D)  The summary of qualifications section is typically one or two concise paragraphs.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 19

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 websitesE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 20

Which of the following is the best advice to follow for a cover message accompanying a résumé sent by e-mail or fax?

Accepted Answer

A)  Take the time to prepare a customized cover message to accompany your résumé sent electronically.
B)  Send your cover message separately from a faxed or e-mailed résumé.
C)  Shorten your e-mail or fax cover message to a brief statement such as Please consider the attached résumé for your opening.
D)  Skip the cover message entirely because the fax or e-mail includes your name.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above A

Exam 13: The Job Search Resumes in the Digital Age

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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If you cannot find the name of a person to address your cover message to, which of the following is the most suitable replacement?

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On your résumé, p roviding the GPA for only the courses in your declared major is considered unethical.

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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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A résumé that lists work history job by job, starting with the most recent position, has been prepared using the ____________________ style.

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Proofreading a résumé is important because a résumé must be perfect.

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Which of the following is the best advice about résumé length?

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LinkedIn is the No. 1 social media site to use when looking for a job.

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A cover message should always be limited to one page.

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A résumé should include personal data (birth date, health, height, weight, and sometimes a photograph)to help the recruiter finalize his or her decision.

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

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Research shows that readers of online résumés approach them using which letter as a pattern?

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CareerBuilder is an example of a niche job searching site.

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You should work to minimize the use of I in a cover message.

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Which of the following is the best tip for creating a successful cover message?

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The best way to find a job online is at a company's own website.

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The résumé format most popular with recruiters and hiring managers is the functional résumé because it focuses on the job applicant's skills and abilities related to the position sought.

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What statement best describes the summary of qualifications portion of a résumé?

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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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Which of the following is the best advice to follow for a cover message accompanying a résumé sent by e-mail or fax?

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