Question 1

An unacceptable interview question is one that does not relate to the job requirements.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

A behavioral interview question asks how you would handle a hypothetical situation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Even if you are definitely not interested in the job, it is still appropriate to follow up an interview.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

The salary question is the first one that you should ask the employer when the interview begins so the interview will not be a waste of time if the salary quoted is not acceptable.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

You cannot be fired for embellishing your skills or education/experience on the employment application if you have already been hired.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

What are the basic guidelines for answering interview questions?

Accepted Answer

There are several basic guidelines you s

Question 7

When responding to a job advertisement, read the ad carefully and use words in the letter that fit both you and the language in the ad.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

An interviewer may intentionally challenge you by asking difficult questions to see how you handle different situations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following would NOT be appropriate for the opening of an application letter?

Accepted Answer

A)  Describing your most outstanding accomplishments 
B)  Explaining why you are interested in the position 
C)  Indicating knowledge about the position or organization/company 
D)  Mentioning who referred you to this position 
A)  Describing your most outstanding accomplishments 
B)  Explaining why you are interested in the position 
C)  Indicating knowledge about the position or organization/company 
D)  Mentioning who referred you to this position

Question 10

Application letters are sales letters with your knowledge and skills as the product.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

List five questions that a job applicant should prepare to ask during an interview.

Accepted Answer

answers will vary.Examples are given bel

Question 12

An interview question that asks about one of your weaknesses would be answered best by

Accepted Answer

A)  admitting the weakness. 
B)  asking if it is necessary to talk about weaknesses. 
C)  naming a weakness and turning it into a strength. 
D)  saying that you do not have any weaknesses. 
A)  admitting the weakness. 
B)  asking if it is necessary to talk about weaknesses. 
C)  naming a weakness and turning it into a strength. 
D)  saying that you do not have any weaknesses.

Question 13

What materials should you take with you to the interview?

Accepted Answer

The interview is your opportunity to loo

Question 14

Most resignation letters are written using the direct plan because they are routine and preceded by a resignation in person.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

If the company at which you are interviewing has a business casual dress code, you should dress in business casual attire for the interview to show the interviewer you will fit in.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

You can send a targeted résumé and a general application letter.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

You should avoid talking in an interview about your achievements because employers appreciate employees who are modest.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

What are ways that you can reinforce your confidence before a job interview?

Accepted Answer

Reassuring yourself that you are well pr

Question 19

List five questions that you might seek answers for when doing your research on a potential employer.

Accepted Answer

answers will vary.The following are exam

Question 20

Which of the following would NOT be a strong closing for an application letter?

Accepted Answer

A)  I am enclosing my résumé for you to consider. When can I expect to hear from you? 
B)  I am excited about the prospect of interviewing with Good Face, a highly respected public relations firm in San Francisco. Please call me at 802.555.1234 to schedule an interview at your convenience. 
C)  I would appreciate an opportunity to talk with you about how I would fit in your organization. I will call you early next week to arrange an appointment. 
D)  Please call me at 555.793.534 or e-mail me at fww@gmail.com to set up an interview. If hired for this position, I will be a dedicated, productive employee. 
A)  I am enclosing my résumé for you to consider. When can I expect to hear from you? 
B)  I am excited about the prospect of interviewing with Good Face, a highly respected public relations firm in San Francisco. Please call me at 802.555.1234 to schedule an interview at your convenience. 
C)  I would appreciate an opportunity to talk with you about how I would fit in your organization. I will call you early next week to arrange an appointment. 
D)  Please call me at 555.793.534 or e-mail me at fww@gmail.com to set up an interview. If hired for this position, I will be a dedicated, productive employee.

An unacceptable interview question is one that does not relate to the job requirements.

A behavioral interview question asks how you would handle a hypothetical situation.

Even if you are definitely not interested in the job, it is still appropriate to follow up an interview.

The salary question is the first one that you should ask the employer when the interview begins so the interview will not be a waste of time if the salary quoted is not acceptable.

You cannot be fired for embellishing your skills or education/experience on the employment application if you have already been hired.

What are the basic guidelines for answering interview questions?

When responding to a job advertisement, read the ad carefully and use words in the letter that fit both you and the language in the ad.

An interviewer may intentionally challenge you by asking difficult questions to see how you handle different situations.

Which of the following would NOT be appropriate for the opening of an application letter?

Application letters are sales letters with your knowledge and skills as the product.

List five questions that a job applicant should prepare to ask during an interview.

An interview question that asks about one of your weaknesses would be answered best by

What materials should you take with you to the interview?

Most resignation letters are written using the direct plan because they are routine and preceded by a resignation in person.

If the company at which you are interviewing has a business casual dress code, you should dress in business casual attire for the interview to show the interviewer you will fit in.

You can send a targeted résumé and a general application letter.

You should avoid talking in an interview about your achievements because employers appreciate employees who are modest.

What are ways that you can reinforce your confidence before a job interview?

List five questions that you might seek answers for when doing your research on a potential employer.

Which of the following would NOT be a strong closing for an application letter?

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Exam 17: Employment Communication and Interviewing

An unacceptable interview question is one that does not relate to the job requirements.

A behavioral interview question asks how you would handle a hypothetical situation.

Even if you are definitely not interested in the job, it is still appropriate to follow up an interview.

The salary question is the first one that you should ask the employer when the interview begins so the interview will not be a waste of time if the salary quoted is not acceptable.

You cannot be fired for embellishing your skills or education/experience on the employment application if you have already been hired.

What are the basic guidelines for answering interview questions?

When responding to a job advertisement, read the ad carefully and use words in the letter that fit both you and the language in the ad.

An interviewer may intentionally challenge you by asking difficult questions to see how you handle different situations.

Which of the following would NOT be appropriate for the opening of an application letter?

Application letters are sales letters with your knowledge and skills as the product.

List five questions that a job applicant should prepare to ask during an interview.

An interview question that asks about one of your weaknesses would be answered best by

What materials should you take with you to the interview?

Most resignation letters are written using the direct plan because they are routine and preceded by a resignation in person.

If the company at which you are interviewing has a business casual dress code, you should dress in business casual attire for the interview to show the interviewer you will fit in.

You can send a targeted résumé and a general application letter.

You should avoid talking in an interview about your achievements because employers appreciate employees who are modest.

What are ways that you can reinforce your confidence before a job interview?

List five questions that you might seek answers for when doing your research on a potential employer.

Which of the following would NOT be a strong closing for an application letter?

Business Communication Foundations

Multicultural and Global Communication

Technological, Legal, and Ethical Considerations

Principles of Business Communication

Print and Electronic Messages

Message Formats

Positive, Neutral, and Social Business Messages

Negative Messages

Persuasive Messages

Business Research and Report Writing

Proposals, Business Plans, and Special Reports

Visual Aids

Interpersonal Communication and Teamwork

Listening and Nonverbal Messages

Oral Communication Essentials

The Job Search and Resume

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