Deck 12: Getting the Job Interviewing and Following up

Question 1

Peter is offered an interview with Primatech. The interviewer tells Peter that Primatech is primarily interested in evaluating candidates' collaborative skills. In which type of interview format will Peter most likely participate?

A) group interview
B) telephone interview
C) panel interview
D) one-on-one interview
E) career fair interview

Answer 1

A
Explanation: A) A group interview brings together several job candidates who are interviewed at the same time. This format provides employers the opportunity to evaluate applicants' collaborative skills as well as the knowledge and abilities they can offer.

Question 2

Which of the following types of interviews is most likely to involve several people, such as a search committee, who gather in a conference or seminar room with a job applicant to discuss the position?

A) group interview
B) telephone interview
C) panel interview
D) one-on-one interview
E) action interview

Answer 2

C
Explanation: C) Panel interview involves several people, such as a search committee, who gather in a conference or seminar room with a job applicant to discuss the position This format is similar to a traditional one-on-one interview, just with more people asking the questions.

Question 3

Candace is getting ready to attend her first career fair. She knows that you have already been to several career fairs, so she asks you to help her prepare.
Which of the following is true about taking notes at a career fair?

A) It sends the message that you are interested in the company.
B) It will not help you prepare for onsite interviews.
C) Writing notes on the backs of business cards is disrespectful.
D) Taking notes about your conversations offends the recruiters.
E) It shows that you do not value the information you are being given.

Answer 3

A
Explanation: A) When you write down what a recruiter says, you send the message that you are interested in the company and value the information. Your notes may also help you prepare for onsite interviews. Making notes on the back of a business card can help you remember the recruiter who gave it to you, and be helpful when writing personalized thank you notes.

Question 4

Candace is getting ready to attend her first career fair. She knows that you have already been to several career fairs, so she asks you to help her prepare.
Which of the following advice would you give to Candace while she is preparing for the career fair?

A) Review the websites of the companies you want to meet before going to the career fair.
B) Dress casually and avoid formal attire as this is just a preliminary interview.
C) Arrive at the career fair later in the day, after recruiters have finished meeting most of the job seekers.
D) Do not make the first move to start a conversation.
E) Avoid asking any questions to the recruiters.

Question 5

When it is time to end the call ________.

A) Veronica should try to hang up first
B) Veronica should thank the interviewers for their time
C) Veronica should thank her interviewer but avoid using his or her name to show respect
D) Veronica should not inquire about when the hiring decision will be made
E) Veronica should hang up without saying thanks.

Question 6

Veronica is happy that she made it to the second round of interviews, but is anxious about its format. She has never done a telephone interview and is nervous about how it will go.
Which of the following is most likely to be true regarding the telephone interview?

A) Veronica will not be allowed to use the mute key of the phone anytime during the interview.
B) Veronica will be expected to use a cell phone rather than a landline.
C) Veronica will need to pay attention to her body language and the image it projects.
D) Veronica may find speaking to multiple people via speakerphone challenging.
E) Veronica will not be able to refer to resource materials or notes during the call.

Question 7

In a traditional one-on-one interview, ________.

A) one goal of the interview is to establish that the applicant has a natural fit with the organization and the interviewer
B) a search committee discusses the position with the job applicant
C) the interviewer is always the same recruiter who met the applicant at a career fair or an on-campus interview
D) employers are able to assess the applicant's collaborative skills
E) the applicant is assessed under work-related conditions

Question 8

Veronica is happy that she made it to the second round of interviews, but is anxious about its format. She has never done a telephone interview and is nervous about how it will go.
The interviewer has arranged to call Veronica. Which of the following steps taken by Veronica is considered inappropriate during the telephone interview?

A) Veronica should find out how to pronounce the name of her interviewer in advance of the call.
B) Veronica should answer immediately after the first ring so she appears interested.
C) Veronica should answer the phone calmly; "Hello. This is Veronica Andrews."
D) Veronica should not chew gum, drink beverages, or eat anything during the call.
E) Veronica should have the company call her on a landline instead of a cell phone.

Question 9

Candace is getting ready to attend her first career fair. She knows that you have already been to several career fairs, so she asks you to help her prepare.
How should Candace follow up after the career fair?

A) Candace should text a brief message to all the recruiters she spoke with, saying how much she enjoyed meeting them.
B) Candace should write a good formal thank you letter, and mail copies of it to the recruiters whose companies she is particularly interested in.
C) Candace should send short, personalized email messages thanking the recruiters she met with for their time, and reiterating her interest in their specific positions.
D) Candace should write a generic email thanking the recruiters for their time, and include names of all of the recruiters she spoke with in cc.
E) Candace should send an email saying thank you to all the recruiters with whom she spoke and avoid attaching a copy of her résumé since the recruiters already have it.

Question 10

Career fairs ________.

A) occur when recruiters come to conduct on-campus interviews at a school
B) give you a limited amount of time to impress recruiters
C) don't require you to wear professional clothing
D) are best visited later in the day, after recruiters have finished meeting most of the job seekers
E) are an opportunity to answer questions, not ask them

Question 11

Candace is getting ready to attend her first career fair. She knows that you have already been to several career fairs, so she asks you to help her prepare.
In the context of on-campus interview, the first-round interviews ________.

A) are always conducted at the company location
B) typically take the form of panel interviews rather than traditional one-on-one interviews
C) on an average range from five to ten minutes
D) aim to narrow the candidate pool to a small set of competitive applicants for the next round
E) are usually conducted by telephone

Question 12

In a panel interview ________.

A) make eye contact only with the senior-most person in the group
B) etiquette dictates that you only shake hands if panel members extend their hands first
C) if panel members do not introduce themselves, wait until the conclusion of the meeting to ask for their names and positions
D) business cards are usually not distributed
E) creating a "map" of the table labeled with each panel member's information is a good idea

Question 13

Jenna is at a panel interview where Ms. Taylor, a Senior VP, is the panel member with the highest position in the company. Jenna is asked a question by Mr. Burton, another panel member. When answering Jenna should ________.

A) make and maintain eye contact with Mr. Burton throughout her entire response
B) make and maintain eye contact with Ms. Taylor throughout her entire response
C) make eye contact with Mr. Burton, then make and maintain eye contact with Ms. Taylor throughout the rest of the response
D) make eye contact with Ms. Taylor, then make and maintain eye contact with Mr. Burton throughout the rest of the response
E) make eye contact with Mr. Burton, balance eye contact with the rest of the panel during her response, and end by returning her eyes to Mr. Burton

Question 14

Candace is getting ready to attend her first career fair. She knows that you have already been to several career fairs, so she asks you to help her prepare.
Which of the following would NOT be an appropriate question to ask at a career fair?

A) Assuming I get a call for an interview, what will the interview process be like?
B) What advice would you give to job seekers interested in your company?
C) What do you enjoy most about working for your company?
D) I heard about your company's latest project in the news - what can you tell me about it?
E) What is the employee contribution for the health plan?

Question 15

Candace is getting ready to attend her first career fair. She knows that you have already been to several career fairs, so she asks you to help her prepare.
On-campus interviews ________.

A) are always conducted by the same recruiters who represent companies at career fairs
B) are never conducted by actual hiring managers from companies
C) rarely use the traditional one-on-one format
D) are generally of a duration of 10 minutes or less
E) may only be available for students who are registered with the school career center

Question 16

Veronica is happy that she made it to the second round of interviews, but is anxious about its format. She has never done a telephone interview and is nervous about how it will go.
During the conversation, Veronica should ________.

A) speak more quickly than normal to appear on the ball and enthusiastic
B) feel free to use fillers such as "like" or "um"
C) let the caller finish a question before jumping to answer it
D) be slightly less formal than she normally is
E) tap her fingers or a pencil to relax herself

Question 17

Ella attends a university in the Northeast and recently met with a recruiter for an on-campus interview. The recruiter, whose company is based on the West Coast, was so impressed that Ella has moved forward to the second round of interviews. Which of the following is most likely to happen regarding the next round of interview?

A) The recruiter will come back to Ella's campus to interview her a second time.
B) Ella will be asked to meet the recruiter at a job fair for the second interview.
C) A telephone interview will be arranged for Ella to speak with someone at the company.
D) Ella will be asked to visit the company's headquarters for the second round of interview.
E) The second round of interview will be arranged over an instant messaging system.

Question 18

Which of the following terms best represents an interview that is conducted by telephone or by computer and webcam?

A) traditional one-on-one interview
B) panel interview
C) group interview
D) action interview
E) virtual interview

Question 19

Telephone interviews ________.

A) are typically used by companies to filter candidates before conducting the first round of on-campus interviews
B) never require you to place the call
C) always require you to use a cell phone rather than a landline
D) are considered a form of an onsite interview
E) allow you to easily refer to resources during the interview

Question 20

Candace is getting ready to attend her first career fair. She knows that you have already been to several career fairs, so she asks you to help her prepare.
Which of the following is an improper guideline for Candace to follow while preparing for the career fair?

A) She should get there early so that she'll have more time to speak with recruiters.
B) She should survey the layout and make a plan as to which employers she wants to visit, in which order.
C) She should dress like a businessperson, not a college student.
D) She should wait for recruiters to make the first move to start a conversation as a sign of professionalism and respect.
E) She should research the companies and positions she is interested in prior to the career fair, so that she will appear knowledgeable and interested.

Question 21

Alexander is going to appear for an interview at Heldring Inc., a consulting firm which is owned by only two partners and not listed on a stock exchange. He is preparing for the interview by researching about the company.
Alexander wants to learn about what it's really like to work at the company from actual employees, but he can't find anyone in his network with a connection there. Which of the following is a career resource website that will help Alexander to get an insider's perspective about the company?

A) Yahoo! Finance
B) Kiplinger's
C) Glassdoor.com
D) MarketWatch
E) Dow Jones Interactive

Question 22

If Simon is asked to describe his ideal job, which of the following is most likely to be the best response?

A) "The position that I'm here to interview for."
B) "My ideal job would be one that puts me in a good position to start my own company in five years."
C) "Ideally, I'd work for a company that understands that there is more to life than work, and allows me time to pursue my personal interests."
D) "My perfect job would let me collaborate with others to reach a common goal, creating interesting and useful products."
E) "I'd love a job where my talents, contributions, and accomplishments are acknowledged and appreciated."

Question 23

When asked about your greatest weakness, you should ________.

A) never offer a real weakness
B) frame a strength to sound like a weakness
C) suggest that you work too hard or that you're a perfectionist
D) mention a real weakness and how you are trying to improve it
E) decline answering the question

Question 24

Acme Corporation wants to assess candidates' ability to think logically under pressure, their common sense, and their time management skills, so it is most likely to conduct interviews in the ________ format.

A) action interview
B) panel interview
C) on-campus interview
D) one-on-one interview
E) preliminary interview

Question 25

His interviewer opens the meeting by saying, "Simon, tell me about yourself." To best address this question Simon should ________.

A) take about ten minutes to give the interviewer a complete accounting of his education, personal interests, and long-term goals
B) deflect the question, saying, "I'm more interested in learning about the position. Please tell me more about it"
C) passionately tell the interviewer how much he would like to enter into the field and work for the company
D) take about a minute to identify the skills and experience that qualify him for the position
E) tell the interviewer that it's all down there on his résumé, and ask what in particular the interviewer would like to know

Question 26

During a salary discussion, ________.

A) giving a minimum salary figure could result in a lower salary than the company planned to offer
B) suggesting a figure higher than the company had planned would give you an edge.
C) indicating that you are flexible about salary is a bad idea
D) asking for the company's salary range must be avoided
E) demonstrating an awareness of the industry average may make the interviewer defensive

Question 27

If you are currently employed when interviewing and are asked why you are leaving your current position, ________.

A) explain all the issues you have had with your previous employer
B) criticize your current job, but don't speak negatively of your boss
C) emphasize what you're looking for in the new position more than what you're leaving behind
D) focus on what is lacking in your current position and disparage the company or employer
E) respectfully decline to answer the question

Question 28

Alec must make a presentation at an upcoming action interview. If he is not assigned a specific topic by his contact at the company, it would be best for him to ________.

A) select a topic he is personally interested in
B) search online for "case interview" resources and use one of the topics he finds online
C) give a presentation on the history of the company
D) ask his contact if there is a particular problem or issue facing the company and research that
E) borrow an idea from a friend who has prepared for a similar interview

Question 29

You are most likely to have articulated an answer to the interviewer's question, "Why should we hire you?" in your ________.

A) résumé
B) cover letter
C) email confirming the interview appointment
D) business card
E) candidate application form

Question 30

If Simon is asked about his salary expectations, which of the following would be his best response?

A) "My research showed a range of A-B thousand dollars for this job - what is your salary range?"
B) "My minimum salary requirement is C thousand dollars."
C) "I'm hoping to get D thousand dollars."
D) "I feel that my skills and experience, coupled with my enthusiasm to work for your company, make E thousand dollars appropriate."
E) "Why don't you tell me how much you think I'm worth?"

Question 31

Marcus has been on several traditional one-on-one interviews, but he is now getting ready to participate in his first group interview. All of the following choices offer good advice to Marcus EXCEPT ________.

A) listen intently
B) ask questions
C) offer advice
D) lead the discussion
E) make eye contact

Question 32

Alexander is going to appear for an interview at Heldring Inc., a consulting firm which is owned by only two partners and not listed on a stock exchange. He is preparing for the interview by researching about the company.
After visiting Heldring Inc.'s website, Alexander wants to get an idea about the outside point of view. Which of the following sources is most likely to provide this information to Alexander?

A) Investor's Business Daily
B) Vault.com
C) Glassdoor.com
D) Facebook
E) LinkedIn

Question 33

________ questions are designed to determine how you would make decisions, solve problems, or respond to stressful situations.

A) Action
B) Behavioral
C) STAR
D) Demographic
E) Simulated

Question 34

A ________ interview brings together several job candidates who are interviewed at the same time. This type of interview can use the standard Q&A format, or they can be project-based action interviews.

A) group
B) telephone
C) panel
D) one-on-one
E) career fair

Question 35

When an interviewer asks you what questions you have, ________.

A) not having any demonstrates a thorough understanding of the job and all that it entails
B) you should ask a minimum of ten questions that demonstrate your interest in the job
C) you should avoid asking questions about health insurance or the retirement plan as they are inappropriate at this stage
D) you should ask questions about where company headquarters are located and how many employees they have because these questions demonstrate your interest in the company
E) avoid asking about next steps until the interviewer brings them up

Question 36

If Simon is asked about what interests him the most about the company or the position, Simon would be best off answering:

A) "Everything - I'm just so eager to work for your company."
B) "I am excited about the new line of products you are pursuing, and putting my design skills to work in making them a reality."
C) "I think working at such a prestigious company will put me in a good position to start my own business somewhere down the line."
D) "I don't know that much about your company, but from what I do know I think I'd really fit in and enjoy working here."
E) "I think this position would be perfect for me, and will fulfill my ambition to work at a prestigious company."

Question 37

Which of the following is an appropriate question for employers to ask job applicants?

A) What is your religion?
B) What is your age?
C) Are you married?
D) Do you have children?
E) Do you have a physical condition that would prevent you from fulfilling the requirements of the job?

Question 38

Which of the following types of interviews is most likely to involve simulated project meetings, scenario or case discussions, or opportunities to solve real problems?

A) telephone interview
B) action interview
C) panel interview
D) virtual interview
E) one-on-one interview

Question 39

Alexander is going to appear for an interview at Heldring Inc., a consulting firm which is owned by only two partners and not listed on a stock exchange. He is preparing for the interview by researching about the company.
Alexander can look for financial information about Heldring Inc., through ________.

A) MarketWatch
B) Yahoo! Finance
C) Standard & Poors
D) Hoover's Handbook of Private Companies
E) Kiplinger's

Question 40

________ interviews require applicants to perform under work-based conditions.

A) Traditional one-on-one
B) Telephone
C) Panel
D) Action
E) Virtual

Question 41

Which of the following is an appropriate tip to be followed by men while dressing for an interview?

A) Ensure that your belt is in contrast with your shoes.
B) Wear both belt and suspenders.
C) Ensure that your shoes are much lighter than your suit.
D) Avoid wearing any jewelry other than a watch and a wedding ring or class ring.
E) Avoid wearing dark colored shoes.

Question 42

You are participating in a panel interview with five interviewers. Which of the following would convey professionalism in this setting?

A) slouching in your seat with a blank expression on your face
B) making and maintaining eye contact with just your questioner when answering a question
C) admitting that you don't understand an acronym that was used and asking for clarification
D) making a joke about a political scandal you read about in the paper that morning
E) continuing a discussion an interviewer initiated complaining about the infrastructure at the company

Question 43

Which of the following is true about the impression you present by bringing printouts of the company website, or a prepared list of questions to ask the interviewer?

A) It makes you look like a professional who is ready to work.
B) It is evidence of the fact that you are not prepared.
C) It makes you look like you're showing off your knowledge.
D) It makes you look too eager.
E) It shows you will be inactive during in the interview.

Question 44

A thank-you message should be sent ________ an interview.

A) two days after
B) at least thirty hours after
C) within twenty four hours of
D) one week after
E) on the third day from the date of

Question 45

Amy is preparing for her first interview. She knows that the dress code at the company is business casual, but no one there has given her any instructions on how to dress for the meeting.
Amy asks you to help her decide what she should wear. Which of the following would be the best advice to give her?

A) Amy should strive to express her personality through clothing and accessories.
B) Amy may safely assume that casual attire is appropriate for the interview.
C) Amy should wear a bold accessory like a loud patterned scarf or distinct piece of jewelry.
D) Amy's interview outfit should be a set rather than a mixed-matched top and bottom.
E) Amy should avoid wearing close-toed and closed-heel shoes.

Question 46

Amy is preparing for her first interview. She knows that the dress code at the company is business casual, but no one there has given her any instructions on how to dress for the meeting.
Steven is wearing a well-fitting black suit, a white shirt, and conservative blue tie for his interview. Which of the following must Steven avoid?

A) make sure his shoes are polished and scuffed
B) turn off his cell phone prior to the start of the interview
C) cover any visible tattoos he might have
D) apply aftershave or cologne prior to the interview
E) carry a dark-colored portfolio, briefcase, or messenger bag

Question 47

Which of the following must be avoided on an interview day?

A) You should present yourself in the reception area a minute or two after your appointment time, so as not to appear too eager.
B) If time permits, you should use the restroom prior to your interview.
C) It's a good idea to determine in advance how long it will take you to get to the interview location, so you can plan an appropriate departure time.
D) If you arrive more than 10 minutes early, you should wait outside the reception area, so you don't make the interviewer feel obligated to meet with you ahead of schedule.
E) You should enter the reception area about 10 minutes before your scheduled interview appointment.

Question 48

Thank-you messages ________.

A) should never be handwritten
B) must always be typed
C) seem more official when emailed than when typed and sent as a letter
D) should be personalized
E) must be at least three paragraphs long

Question 49

David has flown from California to New York for an interview. He arrives at the company's headquarters and meets his interviewer, who tells David they'll be going out for lunch.
They arrive at the restaurant and are seated. Which of the following must be avoided by David?

A) putting his bag or briefcase on the floor or on the back of his chair
B) putting his napkin on his lap
C) following his host's lead when it comes to ordering
D) asking for a doggie bag if he doesn't finish his meal
E) placing the silverware diagonally across his plate after he has finished his meal

Question 50

The business casual dress code ________.

A) is considered appropriate for all interviewing situations
B) involves three-piece suits for men and dresses for women
C) is typically used in those companies that work in the field of financial or legal management
D) was historically the norm but is not used anymore
E) includes options for women like slacks, skirts, dresses, blouses and sweaters

Question 51

David has flown from California to New York for an interview. He arrives at the company's headquarters and meets his interviewer, who tells David they'll be going out for lunch.
The interviewer says that two colleagues will be joining them for lunch and they get ready to depart. David should ________.

A) refrain from conversation on the way to the restaurant
B) be prepared to engage in discussions about politics and religion
C) avoid small talk as this is a professional business lunch
D) not participate in conversations about current events in the news and business world
E) ask about New York and try to learn about volunteer opportunities and professional networks available in New York

Question 52

In large gatherings when the table is densely populated with drinking glasses and plates, it may not be immediately obvious which ones are yours. A quick trick to remember is ________.

A) WMD - water, meal, dessert
B) BMW - bread, meal, water
C) MBA - meal, beverage, appetizer
D) WAM - water, appetizer, meal
E) BAD - bread, appetizer, dessert

Question 53

At an interview, which of the following is a negative nonverbal gesture?

A) smiling
B) maintaining eye contact
C) leaning forward slightly
D) tapping your foot
E) sitting up straight

Question 54

Dara just finished her interview. While she feels that she did a good job overall, she thinks that she may have made a mistake when she was introduced to the panel. Which of Dara's actions is most likely to be problematic?

A) Dara used people's names when she met them to personalize the conversation.
B) Dara referred to people by their last names until they indicated their first names.
C) Dara shook hands with just the key decision makers on the panel.
D) Dara shook hands with a firm, solid grip.
E) Dara helped herself remember people's names by using them when she met them.

Question 55

Amy is preparing for her first interview. She knows that the dress code at the company is business casual, but no one there has given her any instructions on how to dress for the meeting.
Which of the following is true about corporate culture?

A) It is reflected in the company's atmosphere, attitudes, values and behaviors.
B) Corporate culture of a company cannot be assessed during an interview with the company because the interview gives you a very short time period which is not sufficient for assessing the culture.
C) Corporate culture is typically reflected in the profits of a company.
D) Companies do not represent their corporate culture on their website.
E) The way the employees dress has nothing to do with a company's corporate culture.

Question 56

Which of the following statements is true regarding the meals involved in a professional interview?

A) Professional interviews rarely include meals.
B) Meals are social experiences, so you are not being assessed in any way during these gatherings.
C) In some situations, your manners and table skills will be assessed.
D) Small talk is inappropriate at business meals.
E) Alcoholic beverages can be taken during the meal.

Question 57

Which of the following is a positive nonverbal gesture?

A) using moderate hand movements
B) having a blank expression on your face
C) staring
D) slouching down in your chair
E) looking at your phone

Question 58

Lisa wants to learn about the corporate culture of the company where she is going to appear for an interview. Which of the following must be avoided by Lisa while trying to understand the company's corporate culture?

A) directly asking employees how they define it
B) noticing the photos of people the company chooses to display in their annual report
C) observing how employees interact with each other
D) paying attention to what happens during group or action interviews
E) looking at how people dress

Question 59

Which of the following guidelines must be followed during a business lunch?

A) Follow your host's lead while ordering food.
B) Put your accessories like briefcase and portfolio on the table.
C) If you excuse yourself temporarily and plan to return to the table, fold your napkin and place it on your plate.
D) If you are not able to finish your food then get the remaining food packed and take it with you.
E) Put used silverware on the table, not on your plate.

Question 60

Amy is preparing for her first interview. She knows that the dress code at the company is business casual, but no one there has given her any instructions on how to dress for the meeting.
Which of the following tips would help Amy dress appropriately for her interview?

A) Amy should avoid wearing close-toed and closed-heel shoes.
B) Amy should wear bright makeup.
C) Amy should wear skirts that have either front or side slits.
D) Amy should avoid sleeveless tops.
E) Amy should ensure that her shoe color is much lighter than her suit.

Question 61

During an interview, if you are asked about your greatest weakness, a good way to respond is with a backhanded compliment, framing a strength as a supposed weakness.

Question 62

When preparing for an interview, social networking tools are not a useful way to research the company.

Question 63

During an interview if you are communicating by telephone, try to use a cell phone rather than a landline to increase the chances of a good connection and minimize the possibility of a dropped or lost call.

Question 64

The STAR Method, which stands for situation, task, action, and result, is a well-established method of responding to behavioral questions.

Question 65

Typically, ________ after an interview you can inquire about the status of the position and communicate your continued interest.

A) three days
B) a week
C) a month
D) two weeks
E) one day

Question 66

Preliminary interviews give you the opportunity to learn about an employer and capture a recruiter's interest.

Question 67

Employers often administer employability tests to measure an applicant's personality style, leadership qualities, and specific content knowledge related to the position.

Question 68

Bethany received a job offer from Company A, and they expect her response before she will have had her interview at Company B. Which of the following must be avoided by Bethany?

A) telling Company A that she is grateful for the offer but would like to complete all her interviews so she can make an informed decision about her career options
B) acknowledging that time is money and any delays negatively affect the employer's ability to fill the vacancy in a timely manner
C) accepting an offer and casually declining it in a few days if she gets an offer she finds more appealing from Company B
D) being honest with Company A about her situation and asking for more time to complete her interviews, being careful not to suggest that Company A's offer is not her first choice
E) making a decision about Company A's job offer based on the merits of the offer alone, asking for advice from your professional network if need be

Question 69

When accepting a job offer, ________.

A) if you accept the offer by telephone, you don't have to deal with any paperwork
B) you may need to sign the bottom of the offer letter to indicate acceptance
C) you always need to write your own formal acceptance letter, no matter which medium you have used to indicate your acceptance
D) you don't need to put anything in writing unless you want to negotiate the offer
E) companies never expect you to initiate a response

Question 70

A career fair is a gathering of representatives or recruiters from only one company seeking to fill open positions in their company.

Question 71

A group interview involves several people, such as a search committee, who gather in a conference or seminar room with a job applicant to discuss the position.

Question 72

Rhonda is interviewing at a company where business casual is the dress code, so she can safely assume that she doesn't need to wear formal business attire for her interview.

Question 73

Samantha is in the process of searching a job and has a few interviews lined up during this month. She has already finished her interview at NebulaTech and she is preparing for the remaining interviews. Before she appears for her next interview, Samantha receives the job offer from NebulaTech but she is not very sure about whether she should accept the offer because NebulaTech is not her first choice. She wants to wait for results from other companies. In such a situation, Samantha should ________.

A) indicate to the company that she would like to be able to weigh all her options and has not yet completed all of her interviews.
B) decline the offer in writing and avoid ending the message with a positive and friendly statement because it is a bad news message
C) accept it now and then later send an email saying that she changed her mind
D) decline the offer in writing and in the message criticize all the negative points in this job due to which she is declining the offer
E) inform the recruiter at NebulaTech that this job offer is not her first choice and that she would like to wait for the result of her interview at her dream company

Question 74

In many cases, the interviewer in a one-on-one interview is the immediate supervisor for the position you want.

Question 75

If possible, plan to arrive at a career fair when it opens rather than waiting until later in the day when recruiters have already seen many people.

Question 76

The interviews conducted by telephone or by computer and webcam are known as virtual interviews.

Question 77

When you follow up after a career fair, you can attach your résumé as a PDF to the thank-you email you send to recruiters.

Question 78

If you choose to follow up on the status of your application, ________.

A) follow-up with everyone you met during the interview
B) keep in mind that an email is the least convenient medium for your contact to answer
C) keep in mind that a telephone call indicates a more assertive attempt to contact the employer
D) do not resell your strengths in a written message, as this will seem pushy
E) ensure that you use multiple methods to contact the employer

Question 79

Employers cite dressing inappropriately as one of the biggest mistake job applicants make in interviews.

Question 80

Composing, in ACE, does not refer only to writing.