Question 1

What is the average number of links separating any two people in the world?

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A)   6
B)   8
C)   10
D)   12

Question 2

At least 7 out of 10 employers U.S. recruiters have ruled out job candidates based on their

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A)   online presence.
B)   lack of volunteer service.
C)   college grades.
D)   weak cover letter.

Question 3

Valeria is preparing a presentation about herself for a job interview. She asks if a projector and speakers will be available in the interview room. Which strategy is she applying?

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A)   Focus on relevant accomplishments.
B)   Follow the principles of good public speaking.
C)   Be audience oriented.
D)   Consider technology needs.

Question 4

Which strategy should you follow when pursuing a job?

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A)   Keep a record of everyone you have communicated with (along with their contact information)  and a summary of your communication.
B)   To show your enthusiasm, phone the recruiter, even though the application says, "No calls."
C)   Use a fun and distinctive email address.
D)   Direct your cover letter to a generic entity rather than a specific person.

Question 5

Naveed is preparing a presentation about himself for a job interview. He asks the recruiter about who will be present at the interview and what kinds of information they would like to know. Which strategy is he applying?

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A)   Focus on relevant accomplishments.
B)   Follow the principles of good public speaking.
C)   Be audience oriented.
D)   Consider technology needs. C

Question 6

Which of the following job seekers should consider including a middle initial in her or his online profile to minimize the chances of mistaken identity?

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A)   Horatio Alger
B)   Matthew Watson
C)   Tordis Trethewey
D)   Edith Gilhooley

Question 7

A question and answer session during which a candidate's qualifications are considered is a(n)  _______ interview.

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A)   case
B)   informational
C)   behavioral
D)   selection

Question 8

Which of the following would be a good screen name for an employment interview?

Accepted Answer

A)   big_biceps
B)   up_for_anything
C)   world's_best_manager
D)   maria_gonzales18

Question 9

Business analysis has indicated that the most effective leaders

Accepted Answer

A)   focus on productivity over employee satisfaction.
B)   spend equal time interacting with employees and clients.
C)   focus on both tasks and relationships.
D)   focus on employee satisfaction over customer satisfaction.

Question 10

At what time does one recruiter suggest sending a thank-you email?

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A)   During work hours, but early in the morning
B)   On the weekend
C)   After 5 pm, on a work day
D)   During work hours, but closer to the end of day

Question 11

Which question should you prepare to answer near the end of an interview?

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A)   What do you require for a salary?
B)   Tell me about a time when you dealt with an ethical dilemma.
C)   Where do you see yourself in five years?
D)   Do you have any questions of your own?

Question 12

Henry is preparing a presentation about himself for a job interview. He takes care that the photos and graphics he will use are professional, clearly understood, and employ minimal accompanying text. Which strategy is he applying?

Accepted Answer

A)   Make your visuals simple.
B)   Be brief.
C)   Focus on relevant accomplishments.
D)   Follow the principles of good public speaking.

Question 13

Identify five strategies to build a career-enhancing network.

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Question 14

Which guideline should you apply for a video interview?

Accepted Answer

A)   Dress casually to be comfortable.
B)   Keep your pet out of view but nearby but to reduce your anxiety.
C)   Set up your phone or tablet on a tripod or other stable device stand.
D)   Use a creative backdrop that conveys your personality. C

Question 15

You are curious to know what kind of salaries you might expect in your field. What might you ask a relevant professional?

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A)   Never ask this question, which is considered rude and presumptuous.
B)   Be indirect and ask, "What kind of salary might I expect if I ever held a position like yours?"
C)   Be direct and simply ask, "What do you make?"
D)   Indicate your salary expectations and see how the interviewer reacts. B

Question 16

Discuss the reasons why good communication skills are so essential in the workplace.

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Question 17

In general, it is illegal to ask job candidates questions to discover information about their

Accepted Answer

A)   politics.
B)   aptitudes.
C)   interests.
D)   ambitions.

Question 18

Which of the following questions would be asked in a behavioral interview?

Accepted Answer

A)   Describe a time when you needed to work as part of a team.
B)   Tell me about yourself.
C)   If you were a car, what kind would you be?
D)   Where do you see yourself in five years from now?

Question 19

When considering your online presence as a job seeker, remember to look

Accepted Answer

A)   intelligent.
B)   popular.
C)   professional.
D)   available.

Question 20

Which of the following is most likely to be an opening interview question?

Accepted Answer

A)   What makes you think you're qualified to work for this company?
B)   Tell me something about yourself.
C)   Why do you want to work for us?
D)   What major challenges have you faced and how have you dealt with them?

Exam 10: Communicating on the Job Market

What is the average number of links separating any two people in the world?

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At least 7 out of 10 employers U.S. recruiters have ruled out job candidates based on their

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Valeria is preparing a presentation about herself for a job interview. She asks if a projector and speakers will be available in the interview room. Which strategy is she applying?

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Which strategy should you follow when pursuing a job?

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Naveed is preparing a presentation about himself for a job interview. He asks the recruiter about who will be present at the interview and what kinds of information they would like to know. Which strategy is he applying?

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Which of the following job seekers should consider including a middle initial in her or his online profile to minimize the chances of mistaken identity?

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A question and answer session during which a candidate's qualifications are considered is a(n) _______ interview.

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Which of the following would be a good screen name for an employment interview?

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Business analysis has indicated that the most effective leaders

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At what time does one recruiter suggest sending a thank-you email?

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Which question should you prepare to answer near the end of an interview?

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Henry is preparing a presentation about himself for a job interview. He takes care that the photos and graphics he will use are professional, clearly understood, and employ minimal accompanying text. Which strategy is he applying?

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Identify five strategies to build a career-enhancing network.

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Which guideline should you apply for a video interview?

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You are curious to know what kind of salaries you might expect in your field. What might you ask a relevant professional?

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Discuss the reasons why good communication skills are so essential in the workplace.

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In general, it is illegal to ask job candidates questions to discover information about their

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Which of the following questions would be asked in a behavioral interview?

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When considering your online presence as a job seeker, remember to look

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