Question 1

If your list of skills is long, consider grouping them into categories rather than a long, detailed list.

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A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

When describing your work experience, it is good to include all the following except:

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A)  your measurable accomplishments.
B)  your role on a team and what you and the team accomplished.
C)  the job title and dates of employment.
D)  a list of your qualifications to do the job.

Question 3

In companies that receive numerous applications for every position, resumes are first read by:

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A)  the human resources department.
B)  resume scanning software.
C)  someone in the department that has the job opening.

Question 4

Which section is not a part of your resume?

Accepted Answer

A)  Education
B)  Professional Profile
C)  Qualifications
D)  References
E)  Work Experience

Question 5

Which is the strongest WHI description of an accomplishment?

Accepted Answer

A)  "I helped reduce storage costs significantly for the year"
B)  "Reduced storage costs by 30% through thorough analysis"
C)  "Wrote a recommendation report that resulted in reduced storage costs"

Question 6

Use numbers and specific examples of your accomplishments to emphasize the credibility of your achievements.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Describe at least three things you will do to plan your resume.

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Student answers will vary but should inc...

Question 8

A resume is read very quickly, so it is important not to clutter it up with too many keywords.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

It is typical to list your work experience and education in reverse chronological order, with the most recent listed first.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

A typical resume should:

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A)  never be more than one page.
B)  be one to two pages.
C)  be three to five pages.

Question 11

Because so many different people will read your resume, you should use general terms instead of specific terms to describe your accomplishments so that everyone can understand it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

You must prove in your resume that the qualifications you listed are valid.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A Professional Profile includes:

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A)  your job target or objective and your Personal Brand Statement.
B)  a list of companies where you have been professionally employed, if applicable.
C)  your photo and a link to your social media website, such as your LinkedIn URL.

Question 14

You need a resume to apply for jobs, so you can wait until then to prepare your resume.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Why should you start now to ask people to be a reference for you or to write a reference letter? How can you use social media, such as LinkedIn, as a way to gather some references?

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People who are good references need time...

Question 16

A winning resume:

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A)  gets you an interview.
B)  follows the specific requirements for your career field.
C)  answers all the questions an employer may have about you. A

Question 17

If you have limited work experience, it's a good idea to describe skills gained through volunteer work and school projects.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

It is too early in the process to order business cards. You can wait until you start getting interviews.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 19

Describe how large companies typically process resumes and how a Warm Introduction can get prospective employers to pay attention to your resume.

Accepted Answer

Student answers should address that many...

Question 20

Which definitions are correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  When your network contact speaks on your behalf to a prospective employer, it's called a Warm Introduction.
B)  When you apply for a job opening, but it doesn't lead to an interview, it's called a Cold Lead.
C)  When you find a job on a job board, it is called a Cold lead.
D)  None of the above
E)  Both a and c

Exam 4: Plan Your Resume

If your list of skills is long, consider grouping them into categories rather than a long, detailed list.

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When describing your work experience, it is good to include all the following except:

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In companies that receive numerous applications for every position, resumes are first read by:

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Which section is not a part of your resume?

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Which is the strongest WHI description of an accomplishment?

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Use numbers and specific examples of your accomplishments to emphasize the credibility of your achievements.

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Describe at least three things you will do to plan your resume.

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A resume is read very quickly, so it is important not to clutter it up with too many keywords.

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It is typical to list your work experience and education in reverse chronological order, with the most recent listed first.

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A typical resume should:

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Because so many different people will read your resume, you should use general terms instead of specific terms to describe your accomplishments so that everyone can understand it.

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You must prove in your resume that the qualifications you listed are valid.

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A Professional Profile includes:

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You need a resume to apply for jobs, so you can wait until then to prepare your resume.

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Why should you start now to ask people to be a reference for you or to write a reference letter? How can you use social media, such as LinkedIn, as a way to gather some references?

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A winning resume:

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If you have limited work experience, it's a good idea to describe skills gained through volunteer work and school projects.

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It is too early in the process to order business cards. You can wait until you start getting interviews.

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