Exam 14: Applying and Interviewing for Employment

When a company contacts an applicant during any phase of the interview process,how soon should the candidate respond before they risk losing the opportunity?

Which of the following is not a reason to stay in contact with a prospective employer after an interview?

If you receive a job offer while other offers are still pending,which of the following would be least appropriate when asking for a time extension?

Follow-up messages provide a candidate with another chance to demonstrate communication skills and sense of business etiquette.

In order to determine whether you might be happy on a job,what might an employer ask?

A written acceptance to a job offer is a legally binding contract.

When sending a thank you note,what type of media is most acceptable?

Discuss potentially discriminatory topics during the interview and ways to respond to potentially discriminatory questions that may be asked by the interviewer.

If a job offer is made and you need time to think about the offer,it is acceptable to thank the interviewer and ask for some time to consider the offer.

How long should you wait before following up on a résumé submission?

If some aspect of your appearance or background makes you uneasy,how can you offset it during the interview?

Which of the following is especially important during the first stage of the interview process?

A poorly written application letter can prompt the employer to skip reading your résumé,even if you are a perfect fit for a position.

During the close of the interview,it would be appropriate to read off a list of potential questions you have prepared for the interviewer.

Which stage of the interview process allows an organization to filter out applications that are not a good fit for the position?

What type of format should be used for an application letter?

When considering the salary being offered,what benefits could be negotiated?

When responding to an interviewer's questions,what types of response will be most memorable for the interviewer?

During the close of the interview,what should a candidate do to ensure the interviewer has accurate and meaningful information?

If you have received a job offer from another firm and don't want to accept before you have an answer from the first firm,what might be an appropriate action?