Deck 47: Employment Strategies

Question 1

At the end of the interview, what should you do if you are interested?

A)Plead for the job.
B)Leave an extra copy of the resume. 
C)Ask to be considered for the job.
D)Plan to write a letter to the interviewer.

Answer 1

Ask to be considered for the job.

Question 2

In the actual interview, you should do which of the following?

A)Take charge.
B)Hand them one copy of everything you brought with you. 
C)Sit comfortably to show that you are relaxed.
D)Think of yourself as a guest and take your cues from the interviewer.

Answer 2

Think of yourself as a guest and take your cues from the interviewer.

Question 3

Identify each verb as power verb or not a power verb.

lectured

A) power verb
B) not a power verb

Answer 3

power verb

Question 4

Which of the following is important to remember when beginning your job search for a position as a medical assistant?

A)Pounding the pavement gets the job. 
B)A position is guaranteed with a certificate. 
C)Networking is most effective in a job search. 
D)Competition is not important.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the type of résumé that is advantageous when an applicant's job history shows real growth and development and prior titles are important?

A)Targeted
B)Functional  
C)Chronological

Question 6

Which of the following best describes the type of résumé advantageous for an applicant whose work experience has been volunteer or freelance?

A)Targeted
B)Functional  
C)Chronological

Question 7

Which of the following best describes the type of résumé that highlights an applicant's accomplishments and strengths?

A)Targeted
B)Functional  
C)Chronological

Question 8

Which of the following is advantageous in using a chronological resume?

A)You are staying in the same field as prior jobs. 
B)You are changing career goals. 
C)Your work history is spotty. 
D)You have been in the same job for many years.

Question 9

Which of the following is the most appropriate action when writing a cover letter?

A)Make the letter lengthy to describe details about past experiences. 
B)The last paragraph should state your reason for writing. 
C)Reproduce it several times to use with multiple employers. 
D)Address it to a specific individual whenever possible.

Question 10

Which of the following statements is most accurate regarding a resume?

A)A long detailed resume is best.
B)References should be listed on the same sheet as the resume. 
C)Style is more important than accuracy.
D)Accomplishment statements begin with power verbs.

Question 11

Which of the following best describes the advantage of completing a pre-job search self-evaluation worksheet?

A)Deciding whether to leave your present job  
B)Concentrating on improving weaknesses  
C)Seeing how your work is progressing  
D)Looking at your strengths, weaknesses, and preferences

Question 12

Which of the following best describes the purpose of a cover letter?

A)Directing the letter to the office manager
B)Obtaining an interview  
C)Following up after an interview
D)Seeing whether positions are available

Question 13

Therésuméwork summary should:

A)Be 3-5 short paragraphs  
B)Be 1 paragraph long  
C)Include your entire work history  
D)Be listed as the last entry

Question 14

When preparing for an interview, which of the following items should NOT be included in your portfolio?

A)A copy of your birth certificate
B)A copy of your transcripts  
C)An extra copy of your resume 
D)A copy of your first aid training certificate

Question 15

Which of the following best describes the type of résumé useful for a person re-entering the job market?

A)Targeted
B)Functional  
C)Chronological

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a part of vital résumé information?

A)Name and address
B)Current telephone  
C)Birth date
D)Education

Question 17

Facebook is used by what percentage of recruiters?

A)50
B)65  
C)75
D)90

Question 18

Which of the following is the most appropriate action when completing an employment application form?

A)Be prepared to complete the form while in the office. 
B)Write "see résumé" rather than supply all information. 
C)Complete quickly to not delay another applicant. 
D)Use a pencil in case errors are made.

Question 19

Which of the following best describes the type of résumé useful for focusing on a specific job target?

A)Targeted
B)Functional  
C)Chronological

Question 20

Of employees who ask for a raise or promotion, how many receive them?

A)One-half
B)One-quarter  
C)Less than half
D)All of them

Question 21

All of the following are danger signs of an employer that could make your work life difficult except:

A)Questions regarding your accomplishments  
B)Disrespectful behavior  
C)Signs of insecurity by the manager  
D)Negative attitude in statements

Question 22

Identify each verb as power verb or not a power verb.

developed

A) power verb
B) not a power verb

Question 23

The most important quality an employer looks for in an employee is:

A)Attitude  
B)Appearance  
C)Job history  
D)Salary requirements

Question 24

In order to determine the best qualified candidate, employers use software that searches for specific keywords in a textrésumé.Which of the following wound NOT be considered a keyword:

A)Salary requirement  
B)Job-specific skills  
C)Technologic terms  
D)Types of degrees

Question 25

When creating an online profile, you should avoid all of the following buzzwords/phrases except:

A)Lead a team to develop specific protocols  
B)Experienced  
C)Team player  
D)References available upon request

Question 26

Identify each verb as power verb or not a power verb.

produced

A) power verb
B) not a power verb

Question 27

Identify each verb as power verb or not a power verb.

watched

A) power verb
B) not a power verb

Question 28

Twitter is used by what percentage of recruiters?

A)30%  
B)55%  
C)75%  
D)10%

Question 29

The chronological résuméis NOT advantageous when:

A)Your work history is spotty  
B)You are changing career goals  
C)You are looking for your first job  
D)All of the above are correct

Question 30

Your self-assessment will require obtaining the opinions of all of the following except::

A)Peers  
B)Instrctors  
C)Friends  
D)Parents

Question 31

As of 2016, the national median annual salary for a medical assistant is:

A)$30,135  
B)$45,100  
C)$38,800  
D)$18,900

Question 32

Identify each verb as power verb or not a power verb.

helped

A) power verb
B) not a power verb