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100
What are three reasons people change jobs? a.Location, lack of education, more money b. Better opportunity, less money, getting fired c. New location, better opportunity, to further education d. Change of environment, lack of enthusiasm, money
What is c. New location, better opportunity, to further education
100
If being fired is the reason for changing jobs, an appropriate response on a job application concerning this situation would be:
What is involuntary separation?
100
A written request for employment typically on a specific form provided by the potential employer is called a:
What is a job application?
100
Having a career implies that a person: a. has a commitment to a profession which requires continued education b. must have completed an advanced college degree c. is interested in the most money that can be achieved d. will not be required to change jobs within a professional area
What is a. has a commitment to a profession which requires continued education
100
Salary, location and environment, and benefits are factors to consider when:
What is evaluating job offer?
200
In order to make an informed career decision, a high school student will want to: a. develop personal goals, complete an interest inventory, and research careers b. choose a career that offers the amount of money desired c.commit to a profession that requires a college degree d. choose a training program that will guarantee employment after the course work is completed
What is a. develop personal goals, complete an interest inventory, and research careers
200
Individuals with more formal educational training usually have: a. lower personal satisfaction b. higher estimated lifetime earnings c. more comfortable work environments d. greater amounts of leisure time
What is b. higher estimated lifetime earnings
200
A thank you note should be sent to the interviewer: a. within one week, typewritten on business paper b. by giving a hand written note to the receptionist on the way out c. in an e-mail or a typewritten letter on business paper within 24 hours d. texting the manager or interviewer
What is c. in an e-mail or a typewritten letter on business paper within 24 hours?
200
A well-written cover letter signifies to an employer that you possess: a. previous work experience b. a good vocabulary c. written communication and organizational skills d. personal interest in the company
What is c. written communication and organizational skills?
200
The introductory paragraph of a cover letter should include: a. the specific position or type of work for which you are applying b. an indication of your desire for an interview c. an explanation of your qualifications d. when you will call to arrange for an interview
What is a. the specific position or type of work for which you are applying?
300
Skills developed through unpaid experience should be included in which section of the résumé? a. Educational background b. Special skills c. Work experience d. Honor, awards, activities, volunteer work
What is Honor, awards, activities, volunteer work?
300
Which of the following describe what dollar amount is included in a base salary? a. The dollar amount a person will receive in the monthly paycheck before taxes b.The wage plus insurance and retirement contributions made by the company c. Compensation offered by a company beyond the wage, salary or commissions d. Advancement opportunities and work incentives
What is a. The dollar amount a person will receive in the monthly paycheck before taxes
300
Evan is a freshman in high school and has just begun career planning. What should be his first step in the decision making process of career planning? a. Take an interest inventory test b. Choose a career pathway c. Research a career pathway d. Evaluate career goals
What is a. Take an interest inventory test
300
If a job is potentially hazardous, workers age limits are:
What is 15 or 17?
300
Traits of successful workers include: a. self knowledge, tardiness, and competitiveness b. flexibility, interpersonal skills, and laziness c. leadership, self confidence, and good looks d. communication skills, teamwork, and initiative
What is d. communication skills, teamwork, and initiative
400
Lora is a high school computer and technology teacher. She enrolls in a computer class at least twice per year to stay current on recent technology changes and updates. By continuing her education, Lora is investing in her:
What is human capital?
400
Your friend has a job interview tomorrow and wants to do well. Which statement would be good advice to give your friend? a. Avoid eye contact so you don’t appear too aggressive b. Walk in with your shoulders slouched c. Immediately shake the interviewer’s hand d. Carry a briefcase, career portfolio, stacks of completed projects, and other props that will help you to tell your story to the interviewer
What is c. Immediately shake the interviewer’s hand
400
To maximize the interviewer’s impression of you, which of the following should you do during the interview? a. Answer all questions, regardless of legality b. Chew gum if encouraged to do so by your interviewer c. Answer questions about negative traits in a way that they are actually positive d. Answer questions vaguely and not completely
What is c. Answer questions about negative traits in a way that they are actually positive
400
The three main factors that influence future job opportunities are: a. population, labor force, demand for goods and services b. demand for goods and services, age of population, family size c. gender, labor force, population d. age of population, software innovations, gender
What is a. population, labor force, demand for goods and services
400
Which of the following is an illegal question for the prospective employer to ask an applicant during a job interview? a. Will you relocate, if needed? b. What are your short-term goals? c. Are you currently single or married? d. How do you handle stressful situations?
What is c. Are you currently single or married?
500
Jose has been challenged by his academic advisor to ‘develop some human capital’ this school year. Which activity below would be the LEAST effective way to reach that goal? a. Ask his employer if there are any new tasks at work that he might be assigned. b. Volunteer to pick up trash along the roadsides. c. Attend a workshop on a topic he has little knowledge of. d. Spend additional time playing video games to further develop his eye‐hand coordination.
What is d. Spend additional time playing video games to further develop his eye‐hand coordination.
500
Joanna has arranged to complete a job shadow with a physical therapist to decide if this is a career she wants to pursue. Which of her concerns is she MOST LIKELY to have answered as a result of her job shadow? a. The future outlook for physical therapy jobs b. The amount of money physical therapists earn c. Common tasks and typical daily activities d. Opportunities for advancement in the career
What is c. Common tasks and typical daily activities?
500
In preparation for a job interview Juan researched the company, wrote questions he had about the company and the job, tried on his entire interview outfit, and practiced driving to the interview location. What step in the interview preparation did he leave out? a. Have résumé, cover letter, and thank you letter ready to give to the interviewer b. Practice potential interview questions c. Schedule another follow-up interview d. Take a professional photograph with you
What is b. Practice potential interview questions
500
Steven is considering taking a job with a company that is offering gym memberships, flexible hours, and repayment of education loans, merchandise discounts, and childcare. These components of the job offer are called:
What is fringe benefits?
500
3. Eric is writing a paper on the importance of investing in yourself and he is looking for a sentence to use as the thesis statement for his paper. Which sentence below would be the best choice? a. Education pays in higher earnings and lower unemployment rates. b. Completing your college degree is the best way to prepare for a career. c. Investing in yourself too early can lead to a lower standard of living. d. Human capital and transferable skills result from formal training.
What is a. Education pays in higher earnings and lower unemployment rates.
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