Unit 1 & 2
A Web Developer would fall into which career cluster?
Information Technology
What is the goal of attending a community college?
To earn your associate's degree
"Dear Mr. Simon," is an example of what part of a cover letter?
Introduction
The minimum amount an employee must be paid by a company for one hour of work is what?
Minimum wage
What tax form do new employees fill out with human resources on their first day of work?
W-4
Which test has a score ranging from 1-36?
ACT
What are two financial aid options that do not have to be paid back?
Scholarships and grants
When applying for a job, what would you give your potential employer to give them a better idea of who you are?
Resume
It is recommended that you save what percent of each paycheck?
10%
What are the two most popular retirement savings accounts?
Roth IRA and 401K
Gatsby likes to read but understands the material better when she can also see graphs and illustrations with the words on the page. She also tends to remember information easier when she is reading the text aloud or someone is reading it to her. What two learning styles best describe Gatsby?
Visual and Auditory
Kari wants to become a certified mechanic after high school. She wants to start her career as soon as possible after she gets her high school diploma. Which post-secondary path is her best option?
Vocational/Trade school
What are 2 examples of appropriate attire for an interview?
Button-down shirt, tie, dress shoes, slacks, closed toed shoes, etc.
Dobby's truck was damaged by hail during a storm. What type of insurance does she need to have in order to be covered?
Comprehensive insurance
Kirk Cousins opened a savings account for his nephew. He made one initial deposit and will not be able to withdraw money from the account without a penalty for 8 years, per the agreement with the bank. What kind of savings account did Kirk open?
CD (Certificate of Deposit)
What test must you pass with a 60% or higher in order to graduate?
Civics test
What are some factors you should consider when deciding between attending a vocational/trade school or a community college?
How your credits will transfer, the length of the program, the academic resources available, tuition, etc.
Izzy is applying for a financial analyst position and is writing a cover letter to her potential employer. In what part of the cover letter will she describe her background and experience in finance?
Letter body
Stormy wants to buy a car. She cannot afford to purchase a car in full, so she must go a different route. Stormy does not plan on ever turning the vehicle back in as she wants to own it eventually. What is her best option?
Finance a car
Louis Litt resides and works in New York. What two types of tax returns will he need to file?
State and federal
Natalie is rereading her notes, then writing down the main ideas, key points, and other details. What type of note-taking method is Natalie using?
Cornell note-taking method
What GPA must you have if you want to be an officer in the military?
There is no GPA requirement to be an officer in the military.
Under what part of the resume would you list jobs you have previously held that are related to your potential employer?
Work history
What is the percentage a borrower is charged for their loan?
Interest rate
What type of income is the amount that is used to calculate how much tax you owe?
Taxable