Question 1

There has been a move for people to achieve a healthy balance between work, leisure, and interaction with people.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

One of the recommended ways of learning about a given occupation is to make cold-canvass calls to members of that occupation in order to obtain an interview.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

According to your text, creativity should not be considered a skill area.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

Job-shadowing is:

Accepted Answer

A)  a way of gaining information about an occupation. 
B)  the experience of losing interest in one's occupation. 
C)  a form of harassment at work similar to stalking. 
D)  the result of companies choosing to downsize. 
A)  a way of gaining information about an occupation. 
B)  the experience of losing interest in one's occupation. 
C)  a form of harassment at work similar to stalking. 
D)  the result of companies choosing to downsize.

Question 5

Which of the following is not an occupational theme on the Strong Interest Inventory?

Accepted Answer

A)  Realistic 
B)  Idealistic 
C)  Enterprising 
D)  Conventional 
A)  Realistic 
B)  Idealistic 
C)  Enterprising 
D)  Conventional

Question 6

Persuading others, negotiating, promoting, and dressing fashionably are all part of office skills.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

In the long run, choosing a growth occupation is more important than choosing one that matches your interests.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

It would not be wise to choose work in a growth occupation if:

Accepted Answer

A)  you did not like the work. 
B)  it was not related to technology. 
C)  the work did not lead to rapid promotions. 
D)  you had to learn anything new. 
A)  you did not like the work. 
B)  it was not related to technology. 
C)  the work did not lead to rapid promotions. 
D)  you had to learn anything new.

Question 9

A key purpose of the Strong Interest Inventory is to match a person's interests with job opportunities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

A skill refers to something:

Accepted Answer

A)  inborn, but yet to be developed. 
B)  that you can actually do now. 
C)  physical rather than mental. 
D)  mental rather than physical. 
A)  inborn, but yet to be developed. 
B)  that you can actually do now. 
C)  physical rather than mental. 
D)  mental rather than physical.

Question 11

It is recommended that the career-switcher:

Accepted Answer

A)  plunge immediately into a new career. 
B)  skip most of the steps used in selecting a first career. 
C)  look primarily into growth fields. 
D)  build a new career gradually. 
A)  plunge immediately into a new career. 
B)  skip most of the steps used in selecting a first career. 
C)  look primarily into growth fields. 
D)  build a new career gradually.

Question 12

A recommended way of launching a second career is to give it your best shot by pursuing it full time as soon as possible.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which one of the following is the least valid suggestion for career preparation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Choose between a domestic and international job. 
B)  Develop your interpersonal skills. 
C)  Strive for high-quality work. 
D)  Learn a few skills others do not possess. 
A)  Choose between a domestic and international job. 
B)  Develop your interpersonal skills. 
C)  Strive for high-quality work. 
D)  Learn a few skills others do not possess.

Question 14

A key contribution of a career counsellor is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  assist the client to make a sound career choice. 
B)  determine the best career opportunity for the client. 
C)  steer the client toward high-demand occupations. 
D)  provide the client with job leads. 
A)  assist the client to make a sound career choice. 
B)  determine the best career opportunity for the client. 
C)  steer the client toward high-demand occupations. 
D)  provide the client with job leads.

Question 15

One of the best features of the National Occupational Classification is that it measures your interests and compares them with people in selected occupations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The National Occupational Classification is an excellent source for getting occupational facts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

In choosing a career, a key purpose of learning more about yourself is to match your preferences with opportunities in the outside world.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

In an attempt to make a sound vocational choice, Kaled studies the National Occupational Classification. He is practicing the strategy referred to as:

Accepted Answer

A)  seek professional help. 
B)  get first-hand experience. 
C)  match your career to your lifestyle. 
D)  find occupational facts. 
A)  seek professional help. 
B)  get first-hand experience. 
C)  match your career to your lifestyle. 
D)  find occupational facts.

Question 19

To best implement the career-finding strategy of choosing a growth occupation, it is particularly important to choose:

Accepted Answer

A)  from the top five percent of growth occupations. 
B)  occupations that have a pattern of long-term growth. 
C)  an occupation that matches your interests. 
D)  an occupation that is growing in several regions of the country. 
A)  from the top five percent of growth occupations. 
B)  occupations that have a pattern of long-term growth. 
C)  an occupation that matches your interests. 
D)  an occupation that is growing in several regions of the country.

Question 20

A career is a series of job-related experiences that:

Accepted Answer

A)  earn you a living. 
B)  move you steadily upward in responsibility. 
C)  fit into a pattern. 
D)  bring you satisfaction. 
A)  earn you a living. 
B)  move you steadily upward in responsibility. 
C)  fit into a pattern. 
D)  bring you satisfaction.

There has been a move for people to achieve a healthy balance between work, leisure, and interaction with people.

One of the recommended ways of learning about a given occupation is to make cold-canvass calls to members of that occupation in order to obtain an interview.

According to your text, creativity should not be considered a skill area.

Job-shadowing is:

Which of the following is not an occupational theme on the Strong Interest Inventory?

Persuading others, negotiating, promoting, and dressing fashionably are all part of office skills.

In the long run, choosing a growth occupation is more important than choosing one that matches your interests.

It would not be wise to choose work in a growth occupation if:

A key purpose of the Strong Interest Inventory is to match a person's interests with job opportunities.

A skill refers to something:

It is recommended that the career-switcher:

A recommended way of launching a second career is to give it your best shot by pursuing it full time as soon as possible.

Which one of the following is the least valid suggestion for career preparation?

A key contribution of a career counsellor is to:

One of the best features of the National Occupational Classification is that it measures your interests and compares them with people in selected occupations.

The National Occupational Classification is an excellent source for getting occupational facts.

In choosing a career, a key purpose of learning more about yourself is to match your preferences with opportunities in the outside world.

In an attempt to make a sound vocational choice, Kaled studies the National Occupational Classification. He is practicing the strategy referred to as:

To best implement the career-finding strategy of choosing a growth occupation, it is particularly important to choose:

A career is a series of job-related experiences that:

Human Relations and Yourself

Self-Motivation and Goal Setting

Problem Solving and Creativity

Achieving Wellness and Managing Stress

Dealing With Life Changes and Personal Problems

Finding Happiness and Enhancing Your Personal Life

Communicating With People

Developing Intercultural Competence

Handling Conflict and Being Assertive

Getting Along With Your Manager or Team Leader

Getting Along With Co-Workers and Customers

Developing Self-Confidence and Leadership Skills

Conducting a Job Search

Developing Good Work Habits

Getting Ahead in Your Career

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Exam 13: Choosing a Career and Developing a Portfolio Career

There has been a move for people to achieve a healthy balance between work, leisure, and interaction with people.

One of the recommended ways of learning about a given occupation is to make cold-canvass calls to members of that occupation in order to obtain an interview.

According to your text, creativity should not be considered a skill area.

Job-shadowing is:

Which of the following is not an occupational theme on the Strong Interest Inventory?

Persuading others, negotiating, promoting, and dressing fashionably are all part of office skills.

In the long run, choosing a growth occupation is more important than choosing one that matches your interests.

It would not be wise to choose work in a growth occupation if:

A key purpose of the Strong Interest Inventory is to match a person's interests with job opportunities.

A skill refers to something:

It is recommended that the career-switcher:

A recommended way of launching a second career is to give it your best shot by pursuing it full time as soon as possible.

Which one of the following is the least valid suggestion for career preparation?

A key contribution of a career counsellor is to:

One of the best features of the National Occupational Classification is that it measures your interests and compares them with people in selected occupations.

The National Occupational Classification is an excellent source for getting occupational facts.

In choosing a career, a key purpose of learning more about yourself is to match your preferences with opportunities in the outside world.

In an attempt to make a sound vocational choice, Kaled studies the National Occupational Classification. He is practicing the strategy referred to as:

To best implement the career-finding strategy of choosing a growth occupation, it is particularly important to choose:

A career is a series of job-related experiences that:

Human Relations and Yourself

Self-Motivation and Goal Setting

Problem Solving and Creativity

Achieving Wellness and Managing Stress

Dealing With Life Changes and Personal Problems

Finding Happiness and Enhancing Your Personal Life

Communicating With People

Developing Intercultural Competence

Handling Conflict and Being Assertive

Getting Along With Your Manager or Team Leader

Getting Along With Co-Workers and Customers

Developing Self-Confidence and Leadership Skills

Conducting a Job Search

Developing Good Work Habits

Getting Ahead in Your Career

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