Question 1

After a job interview, you should always send a thank-you note, e-mail, or letter.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

What statement about an e-portfolio is most accurate?

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A)   An e-portfolio is a collection of digital files that can be navigated with the help of menus and hyperlinks.
B)   E-portfolios can be accessed only at websites.
C)   A print résumé is more effective than an e-portfolio at showing off an applicant's talents and qualifications.
D)   E-portfolios have replaced traditional résumés in the screening and hiring process.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 3

When paraphrasing researched information,

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A)   use the same grammatical structure of the original information so that you do not change the meaning of the ideas.
B)   replace just a few original words with synonyms to avoid charges of plagiarism.
C)   restate the researched information in your own words and in your own style.
D)   place double quotation marks before and after the paraphrased information.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 4

When answering interview questions, feel free to openly admit some weaknesses to show that you are human.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

List and briefly describe$\text {\underline{ two }}$ advantages of teams.

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Question 6

Hiring managers and recruiters view technical skills as more important than the soft skills of professionalism, etiquette, and communication.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Business reports vary in length, purpose, and delivery format.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

What is the best advice to follow when integrating graphics in a report?

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A)   Always place graphics in the appendix of a report.
B)   Mention the graphic in the text of the report.
C)   Create graphics in only black and white so that the graphics do not distract the reader.
D)   Do not include a title above any graphic because the graphic should be self-explanatory.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 9

The most frequently used graphic in reports is the table.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Formal proposals are written for only external audiences.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The introduction of a presentation should include all of the following except

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A)   an attention-getting device that gets the audience involved.
B)   a preview of the main points to be discussed in the body of the speech.
C)   explanations and details of each of the main points.
D)   a personal credibility statement.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 12

Define success story as it is used in an interview and provide an example of a success story.

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Question 13

Which of the following techniques is most effective when an interviewer asks, Why do you want to work for us?

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A)   Briefly summarize current employment problems requiring you to change employers.
B)   Show what you know about the interviewer's company and demonstrate how your goals match its point of view.
C)   Explain that as a recent graduate you want to work for any company needing an employee with your skills and background.
D)   Simply tell the truth about your reasons for seeking this job; for example, you are unemployed, you need more pay or better benefits, or you just graduated.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 14

Before what kind of audience should speakers use a dynamic and entertaining delivery style and incorporate movement and large gestures?

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A)   Hostile
B)   Friendly.
C)   Neutral
D)   UninterestedE) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 15

Information that is common knowledge does not need to be documented in a business report.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

List $\text {\underline{ two }}$ advantages of properly documenting research data.

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Question 17

What résumé style would be most appropriate for individuals who have experience in their field of employment?

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A)   Chronological
B)   Functional
C)   Video
D)   InfographicE) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 18

The first step in finding a job is writing a well-organized résumé.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Effective presentations should contain deliberate repetition of ideas.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Because jobs are scarce and you must apply to many employers, you should prepare a generic résumé to send to every position you want.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 17: Documentation Formats

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List two ‾\text {\underline{ two }} two ​ advantages of properly documenting research data.

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What résumé style would be most appropriate for individuals who have experience in their field of employment?

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Which of the following techniques is most effective when an interviewer asks, Why do you want to work for us?

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After a job interview, you should always send a thank-you note, e-mail, or letter.

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When paraphrasing researched information,

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Define success story as it is used in an interview and provide an example of a success story.

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List and briefly describe two ‾\text {\underline{ two }} two ​ advantages of teams.

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What is the best advice to follow when integrating graphics in a report?

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Formal proposals are written for only external audiences.

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Effective presentations should contain deliberate repetition of ideas.

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Business reports vary in length, purpose, and delivery format.

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What statement about an e-portfolio is most accurate?

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When answering interview questions, feel free to openly admit some weaknesses to show that you are human.

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Hiring managers and recruiters view technical skills as more important than the soft skills of professionalism, etiquette, and communication.

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Information that is common knowledge does not need to be documented in a business report.

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The most frequently used graphic in reports is the table.

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The first step in finding a job is writing a well-organized résumé.

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Before what kind of audience should speakers use a dynamic and entertaining delivery style and incorporate movement and large gestures?

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Because jobs are scarce and you must apply to many employers, you should prepare a generic résumé to send to every position you want.

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