Question 1

In (n)stress interviews,candidates are asked pointed questions designed to irk or unsettle them.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In (n)stress interviews,candidates are asked pointed questions...

Question 2

Interviewers don't expect questions during an interview;they are there to ask questions,not to answer them.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Use the model for _________________ when you write a letter of acceptance.

Accepted Answer

A) direct messages 
B) persuasive messages 
C) negative messages 
D) positive messages 
A) direct messages 
B) persuasive messages 
C) negative messages 
D) positive messages

Question 4

You prepare for a virtual interview the same way you would prepare for an in-person interview.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Candidates are judged by their qualifications.There is no need to be concerned about clothing and grooming.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

When choosing the clothing you will wear for an interview,the best policy is to __________________

Accepted Answer

A) pick something that will make you stand out from the crowd. 
B) wear only dark colours. 
C) dress as you expect your interviewer to be dressed. 
D) dress conservatively and be well groomed. 
A) pick something that will make you stand out from the crowd. 
B) wear only dark colours. 
C) dress as you expect your interviewer to be dressed. 
D) dress conservatively and be well groomed.

Question 7

There is no need to take notes during an interview.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Planning for a successful job interview includes ___________________

Accepted Answer

A) sticking to neutral topics such as the weather. 
B) learning about the organization. 
C) bringing a companion to the interview with you for support. 
D) completing a few pre-employment tests and bringing the results with you. 
A) sticking to neutral topics such as the weather. 
B) learning about the organization. 
C) bringing a companion to the interview with you for support. 
D) completing a few pre-employment tests and bringing the results with you.

Question 9

List at least five things that you might want to find out during a job interview.

Accepted Answer

(1)Are these my kind of people? (2)Can I

Question 10

Following a job interview,send a(n)thank-you note even if you feel you have little chance of landing the job.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Following a job interview,send a(n)thank-you note even...

Question 11

During the question and answer stage of the job interview your verbal and nonverbal messages can help you to determine if you are making progress.

Accepted Answer

verbal and

Question 12

You'll impress prospective employers with your application letter if you __________________

Accepted Answer

A) use a gimmicky layout. 
B) show your knowledge about the organization. 
C) use a personal,"chummy" tone. 
D) do all of the above. 
A) use a gimmicky layout. 
B) show your knowledge about the organization. 
C) use a personal,"chummy" tone. 
D) do all of the above.

Question 13

A letter accepting a job offer is a positive message that conveys your enthusiasm and eagerness.

Accepted Answer

enthusiasm

Question 14

In the video interviews,your best approach is to __________________

Accepted Answer

A) stick to brief,yes and no answers to the interview questions. 
B) sit up straight and focus on the camera. 
C) inquire about salary and benefits. 
D) do all the above. 
A) stick to brief,yes and no answers to the interview questions. 
B) sit up straight and focus on the camera. 
C) inquire about salary and benefits. 
D) do all the above.

Question 15

A job interviewer will expect you to be the one who raises the issue of salary.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The opening of an application letter identifies the specific job for which you are applying.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The three steps of a successful employment interview are __________________

Accepted Answer

A) screening,selection,offer. 
B) warm-up,question-and-answer,close. 
C) questions,conclusion,follow-up. 
D) none of the above apply. 
A) screening,selection,offer. 
B) warm-up,question-and-answer,close. 
C) questions,conclusion,follow-up. 
D) none of the above apply.

Question 18

It's important to greet the interviewer by name,with a smile and using direct eye contact.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A solicited letter written in response to a job advertisement begins __________________

Accepted Answer

A) by identifying the specific job for which you are applying. 
B) by identifying the writer of the letter. 
C) with an attention-getting device. 
D) with a request for a job application. 
A) by identifying the specific job for which you are applying. 
B) by identifying the writer of the letter. 
C) with an attention-getting device. 
D) with a request for a job application.

Question 20

On your second or third visit to an organization,if you haven't been told by the end of an interview whether you got the job,you __________________

Accepted Answer

A) don't bring up the topic. 
B) mention that you have another job offer and need to give the other company an answer by a specific date. 
C) ask tactfully when you can expect to learn of the decision. 
D) ask whether you did anything wrong during the interview. 
A) don't bring up the topic. 
B) mention that you have another job offer and need to give the other company an answer by a specific date. 
C) ask tactfully when you can expect to learn of the decision. 
D) ask whether you did anything wrong during the interview.

In (n)stress interviews,candidates are asked pointed questions designed to irk or unsettle them.

Interviewers don't expect questions during an interview;they are there to ask questions,not to answer them.

Use the model for _________________ when you write a letter of acceptance.

You prepare for a virtual interview the same way you would prepare for an in-person interview.

Candidates are judged by their qualifications.There is no need to be concerned about clothing and grooming.

When choosing the clothing you will wear for an interview,the best policy is to __________________

There is no need to take notes during an interview.

Planning for a successful job interview includes ___________________

List at least five things that you might want to find out during a job interview.

Following a job interview,send a(n)thank-you note even if you feel you have little chance of landing the job.

During the question and answer stage of the job interview your verbal and nonverbal messages can help you to determine if you are making progress.

You'll impress prospective employers with your application letter if you __________________

A letter accepting a job offer is a positive message that conveys your enthusiasm and eagerness.

In the video interviews,your best approach is to __________________

A job interviewer will expect you to be the one who raises the issue of salary.

The opening of an application letter identifies the specific job for which you are applying.

The three steps of a successful employment interview are __________________

It's important to greet the interviewer by name,with a smile and using direct eye contact.

A solicited letter written in response to a job advertisement begins __________________

On your second or third visit to an organization,if you haven't been told by the end of an interview whether you got the job,you __________________

Achieving Success Through Effective Business Communication

Communicating in Teams and Mastering Listening and Nonverbal Communication Skills

Communicating Interculturally

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

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Exam 16: Applying and Interviewing for Employment

In (n)stress interviews,candidates are asked pointed questions designed to irk or unsettle them.

Interviewers don't expect questions during an interview;they are there to ask questions,not to answer them.

Use the model for _________________ when you write a letter of acceptance.

You prepare for a virtual interview the same way you would prepare for an in-person interview.

Candidates are judged by their qualifications.There is no need to be concerned about clothing and grooming.

When choosing the clothing you will wear for an interview,the best policy is to __________________

There is no need to take notes during an interview.

Planning for a successful job interview includes ___________________

List at least five things that you might want to find out during a job interview.

Following a job interview,send a(n)thank-you note even if you feel you have little chance of landing the job.

During the question and answer stage of the job interview your verbal and nonverbal messages can help you to determine if you are making progress.

You'll impress prospective employers with your application letter if you __________________

A letter accepting a job offer is a positive message that conveys your enthusiasm and eagerness.

In the video interviews,your best approach is to __________________

A job interviewer will expect you to be the one who raises the issue of salary.

The opening of an application letter identifies the specific job for which you are applying.

The three steps of a successful employment interview are __________________

It's important to greet the interviewer by name,with a smile and using direct eye contact.

A solicited letter written in response to a job advertisement begins __________________

On your second or third visit to an organization,if you haven't been told by the end of an interview whether you got the job,you __________________

Achieving Success Through Effective Business Communication

Communicating in Teams and Mastering Listening and Nonverbal Communication Skills

Communicating Interculturally

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

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