Question 1

Staging mock interviews can help you identify undesirable nonverbal behaviors and speech mannerisms.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Interviews in which job candidates are asked how they would respond to various hypothetical situations on the job are known as ________ interviews.

Accepted Answer

A)  stress 
B)  structured 
C)  screening 
D)  situational 
E)  scenario 
A)  stress 
B)  structured 
C)  screening 
D)  situational 
E)  scenario

Question 3

The appropriate clothing for most job interviews is something conservative,such as a dark blue suit.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

In a(n)________ interview,the candidate meets with several interviewers at once.

Accepted Answer

A)  panel 
B)  group 
C)  team 
D)  collaborative 
E)  inclusive 
A)  panel 
B)  group 
C)  team 
D)  collaborative 
E)  inclusive

Question 5

Explain the function of each phase of an application letter written in the AIDA format.

Accepted Answer

(1)Getting attention: The opening paragr

Question 6

You've just finished a job interview that went badly.Since you know there's no chance of getting the job,you should not bother to send a thank-you message to the interviewer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Including an application letter with your résumé is

Accepted Answer

A)  always a good idea. 
B)  no longer necessary since most employers are too busy to read them. 
C)  necessary only if you submit the résumé by mail. 
D)  statistically proven to reduce your chances of getting the job. 
E)  unnecessary if you write a personal note at the top of the first page. 
A)  always a good idea. 
B)  no longer necessary since most employers are too busy to read them. 
C)  necessary only if you submit the résumé by mail. 
D)  statistically proven to reduce your chances of getting the job. 
E)  unnecessary if you write a personal note at the top of the first page.

Question 8

In general,employers are looking for two things: proof that a candidate can handle the responsibilities of the position and

Accepted Answer

A)  excellent references. 
B)  high employment test scores. 
C)  evidence that the person will fit in with the organization. 
D)  long-term commitment to the organization. 
E)  advice on how their company can meet the candidate's needs. 
A)  excellent references. 
B)  high employment test scores. 
C)  evidence that the person will fit in with the organization. 
D)  long-term commitment to the organization. 
E)  advice on how their company can meet the candidate's needs.

Question 9

What two essential questions do employers seek to answer about each candidate in interviews?

Accepted Answer

Employers seek to answer two questions:

Question 10

When a job interviewer indicates the interview is coming to a close,you should

Accepted Answer

A)  try to prolong the interview, since the more the interviewer interacts with you, the better impression you'll make. 
B)  leave as quickly as possible. 
C)  prepare to leave but (if possible) try to pin down what will happen next. 
D)  ask how you did. 
E)  explain that you really need a job offer before you depart. 
A)  try to prolong the interview, since the more the interviewer interacts with you, the better impression you'll make. 
B)  leave as quickly as possible. 
C)  prepare to leave but (if possible) try to pin down what will happen next. 
D)  ask how you did. 
E)  explain that you really need a job offer before you depart.

Question 11

When applying for jobs,you should assume that every interested employer will conduct a general online search on you.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

An application letter should follow the AIDA format for persuasive messages.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Briefly explain the difference between a structured interview and an open-ended interview.

Accepted Answer

In structured interviews,the employer as

Question 14

Employers use ________ tests to measure a variety of attributes involved in acquiring,processing,analyzing,using,and remembering information.

Accepted Answer

A)  integrity 
B)  personality 
C)  job skills 
D)  mental capacity 
E)  cognitive 
A)  integrity 
B)  personality 
C)  job skills 
D)  mental capacity 
E)  cognitive

Question 15

Describe at least three common employment messages that follow an interview.

Accepted Answer

(1)Thank-you letter: Send this type of m

Question 16

Questions such as,"What is one job-related achievement that best illustrates your work ethic?" are likely to be asked during a ________ interview.

Accepted Answer

A)  structured 
B)  stress 
C)  behavioral 
D)  situational 
E)  working 
A)  structured 
B)  stress 
C)  behavioral 
D)  situational 
E)  working

Question 17

Briefly explain the primary differences between solicited application letters and unsolicited application letters.

Accepted Answer

Whereas a solicited application letter i

Question 18

The best approach for an application letter depends on

Accepted Answer

A)  how badly you want the job. 
B)  whether or not your résumé is up to date. 
C)  how long you have been on the job market. 
D)  whether you are sending a solicited letter or an unsolicited letter. 
E)  your personal preferences. 
A)  how badly you want the job. 
B)  whether or not your résumé is up to date. 
C)  how long you have been on the job market. 
D)  whether you are sending a solicited letter or an unsolicited letter. 
E)  your personal preferences.

Question 19

List at least five items that you should take to every interview.

Accepted Answer

(1)Small notebook, (2)pen, (3)list of th

Question 20

A job interviewer will expect you to raise the issue of salary.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Staging mock interviews can help you identify undesirable nonverbal behaviors and speech mannerisms.

Interviews in which job candidates are asked how they would respond to various hypothetical situations on the job are known as ________ interviews.

The appropriate clothing for most job interviews is something conservative,such as a dark blue suit.

In a(n)________ interview,the candidate meets with several interviewers at once.

Explain the function of each phase of an application letter written in the AIDA format.

You've just finished a job interview that went badly.Since you know there's no chance of getting the job,you should not bother to send a thank-you message to the interviewer.

Including an application letter with your résumé is

In general,employers are looking for two things: proof that a candidate can handle the responsibilities of the position and

What two essential questions do employers seek to answer about each candidate in interviews?

When a job interviewer indicates the interview is coming to a close,you should

When applying for jobs,you should assume that every interested employer will conduct a general online search on you.

An application letter should follow the AIDA format for persuasive messages.

Briefly explain the difference between a structured interview and an open-ended interview.

Employers use ________ tests to measure a variety of attributes involved in acquiring,processing,analyzing,using,and remembering information.

Describe at least three common employment messages that follow an interview.

Questions such as,"What is one job-related achievement that best illustrates your work ethic?" are likely to be asked during a ________ interview.

Briefly explain the primary differences between solicited application letters and unsolicited application letters.

The best approach for an application letter depends on

List at least five items that you should take to every interview.

A job interviewer will expect you to raise the issue of salary.

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Exam 16: Applying and Interviewing for Employment

Staging mock interviews can help you identify undesirable nonverbal behaviors and speech mannerisms.

Interviews in which job candidates are asked how they would respond to various hypothetical situations on the job are known as ________ interviews.

The appropriate clothing for most job interviews is something conservative,such as a dark blue suit.

In a(n)________ interview,the candidate meets with several interviewers at once.

Explain the function of each phase of an application letter written in the AIDA format.

You've just finished a job interview that went badly.Since you know there's no chance of getting the job,you should not bother to send a thank-you message to the interviewer.

Including an application letter with your résumé is

In general,employers are looking for two things: proof that a candidate can handle the responsibilities of the position and

What two essential questions do employers seek to answer about each candidate in interviews?

When a job interviewer indicates the interview is coming to a close,you should

When applying for jobs,you should assume that every interested employer will conduct a general online search on you.

An application letter should follow the AIDA format for persuasive messages.

Briefly explain the difference between a structured interview and an open-ended interview.

Employers use ________ tests to measure a variety of attributes involved in acquiring,processing,analyzing,using,and remembering information.

Describe at least three common employment messages that follow an interview.

Questions such as,"What is one job-related achievement that best illustrates your work ethic?" are likely to be asked during a ________ interview.

Briefly explain the primary differences between solicited application letters and unsolicited application letters.

The best approach for an application letter depends on

List at least five items that you should take to every interview.

A job interviewer will expect you to raise the issue of salary.

Achieving Success Through Effective Business Communication

Mastering Team Skills and Interpersonal Communication

Communicating in a World of Diversity

Planning Business Messages

Writing Business Messages

Completing Business Messages

Crafting Messages for Electronic Media

Writing Routine and Positive Messages

Writing Negative Messages

Writing Persuasive Messages

Planning Reports and Proposals

Writing Reports and Proposals

Completing Reports and Proposals

Designing and Delivering Oral and Online Presentations

Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Format and Layout of Business Documents

Documentation of Report Sources

Handbook of Grammar, Mechanics, and Usage

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