Tax Forms
Credit
Pay Checks
Resumes
Cover Letters
100

Tax form you complete when hired.

W4

100

What is the average American's credit score?

711

100

How many pay periods are there in one year if you are paid bi-weekly?

26

100
What is the first thing you put on your resume?

Your name, address and how to contact you.

100

What is on the top of the page for your cover letter?

Name and contact information.
200

Form you receive when you are an Independent Contractor?

1099

200
What does FICO stand for?

Fair Issac Corporation

200

Who get paid for overtime work?

Hourly employees only.
200

Do you put your SS # on your resume?

No.  Its private.

200
What do you include on your cover letter's salutation?

Dear (contact at employer)...

300

List three taxes you pay on each paycheck.

Federal

FICA

State

300

What single category affects your tax score the most?

Payment history (35%)

300

What is the overtime rate?

1.5 times regular hours.

300

Do you change your resume for each interview?

No

300

What is included in your first paragraph of your cover letter?

The first paragraph of the cover letter should tell the employer the reason for your letter.

400

What is the Social Security tax rate?

6.2 % (or 12.4 % if you are self employed).

400

What is the range of credit scores?

300-850

400

What Federal Law protects overtime pay?

Fair Labor Standards Act

400
What four major categories are included on your resume?

Education

Work Experience

Extra Curricular Activities

Certificates and Skills

400

What should appear in the second paragraph of your cover letter?


The second paragraph should spark the employer’s interest in you and cause them to want to meet you in person.

500

What is the Tax Filing Date each year?

April 15th

500

Why do you need a good credit score?

To secure larger loans (car, boat or home).

500

Do salaried workers received overtime?

No.  

500

Should you include graphics on your resume?

No

500

What should appear in the closing paragraph of your cover letter?

The third paragraph thanks the potential employer for taking the time to consider you for the position.