Final Exam- Life Skills

Who is protected by a lease?

(1)LANDLORD (2) TENANT

When did the fear of the AIDS epidemic sweep the United States?

1980s

How many references should you have ready when you apply for a job?

3-4

The brain cannot last more than ________ without oxygen, at which point it shuts down the body and the victim will die.

4 mins

Never move the victim of an injury unless:

All of the above: The victim is unresponsive. The victim is face down and needs CPR. The victim is in an unsafe spot.

Under the ________, most public and private employers are required to provide reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities.

Americans with disabilities act

What does APR stand for?

Annual Percentage Rate

Which of the following should you NOT ask during an informational interview?

Ask for a job

Which type of learner would likely benefit from listening to the structure of someone's words, recording lectures on tape, and watching videos that repeat a message?

Auditory

The best time to make appointments with utility companies is ________ moving into a new apartment.

Before

Which of the following is NOT a passive recreational activity?

Biking

Some landlords will provide a ________ where a tenant can note any damage or major problems.

Check-in sheet

Which of the following is the most appropriate first step for making a personal schedule (especially if you have never made one before)?

Create an activity log

A(n) ________ is determined by the number of regular or missed credit card payments.

Credit rate

Which of the following slows down the Central Nervous System?

Depressants

Which of the following is NOT helpful for maintaining strong relationships?

Displaying prejudice

What should you do with a victim of a third-degree burn whose clothes are sticking to the burned area?

Do not remove the clothes.

A(n) ________ references the company's mission statement, procedures, guidelines, policies, and how overall business should be conducted.

Employee handbook

Every ________ should have a section that describes the signs of harassment and what to do if you feel you are being harassed.

Employee handbook

Exercise is an important aspect of recreation, it allows our bodies to move in ways we are not used to and releases ________, or positive brain chemicals that give us euphoric feelings and keep us energized.

Endorphins

Which of the following is NOT considered a fixed expense?

Entertainment

Reading over your notes ________ is a good memory-retention strategy.

Every day

AIDS cannot actually be acquired; the onset of the disease is a result of ________.

HIV

If your parents got divorced and then your mother or father had a son with someone else, their son would be considered your ________.

Half-brother

Which of the following is the least expensive type of health insurance?

Health Maintenance Organizations

What is the first aid technique commonly administered to victims of choking?

Heimlich Maneuver

________ start in the water and affect people who live near large bodies of water, such as the Pacific or Atlantic Ocean.

Hurricanes

What type of interview involves interviewing a professional who works in a certain field in order to research an occupation you might be interested in pursuing?

Informational Interview

Which of the following is an active safety feature of cars?

Intelligent speed adaptation

________ typically socialize on a smaller scale, such as family or close friends, but don't typically feel the need to strike up conversations with strangers.

Introverts

Which type of learner would likely benefit from going on field trips, studying in groups, and doing hands-on activities?

Kinesthetic

Prejudice is a ________ behavior and is pervasive throughout adulthood unless these negative attitudes change.

Learned

A ________ is a binding contract that stipulates all of the terms or restrictions involving the merchandise or rental property.

Lease

Think of the Human Resource Department as a ________ in any situation where you cannot go directly to the top. They handle all communications, including disputes, conflicts, and violations of company policies.

Mediator

________ works with people over 65, under 65 with serious disabilities, or any with individuals with End-Stage Renal Disease.

Medicare

The ________ someone has, the higher their risk of contracting and transmitting an STD.

More sexual partners

________ is a bargaining process intended to produce an agreement, gain an advantage, or to create a framework to satisfy individual or collective interests.

Negotiating

Which of the following is an example of a courteous behavior?

Not being disruptive

When we think of families, we often think of a ________ family which consists of a mother, father, and their offspring. However, the way families are defined today is considerably different than in the past.

Nuclear

Although you can take out loans or apply for financial aid, colleges that are further away generally charge a much higher price for admission. This is called ________.

Out of state tuition

Some banks offer ________ which allows an individual to spend more money than what is their account (up to a certain amount).

Overdraft protection

Which of the following is NOT something taken out of an individual's paycheck?

Overtime

________ are small gas flames that serve as ignition sources for household appliances including water heaters, central heating systems, and kitchen burners, ovens, or grills.

Pilot lights

In the case of ________, be prepared to answer questions about what was digested, the amount, and at what time.

Poisoning

Purchasing a home using a mortgage is considered ___________ debt because the home is considered an investment that can be increased in value.

Positive

________ medicine is only available with a prescription from a doctor and must be filled by a pharmacy.

Prescription

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of volunteering?

Receiving monetary compensation

What is the first skill necessary to solve a problem?

Recognize that a problem exists

Which of the following is NOT one of the ways colleges make courses more accessible for students with disabilities?

Requiring less homework

Which of the following is NOT usually covered by content insurance?

Roof

Which type of bond is issued at 50% of their face value?

Series EE Savings Bonds

Which kind of burn always results in death?

Sixth degree burns

Which of the following speeds up the Central Nervous System?

Stimulants

Which of the following is NOT an active recreational activity?

Sunbathing

What is NOT a recommended practice for safely taking medication?

Take the medication out of the original bottle

Who is responsible for setting up the utilities in an apartment if they are not included in the price of an apartment?

The tenant

A household device that controls the flow of heat in order to maintain the desired temperature is called a ____________.

Thermostat

In the event of a ________, the basement of a building or in a lower level with no windows is the safest place to be.

Tornado

________ are not need-based and the student pays the interest on the loan while in school, during deferment, or any other grace period in addition to paying back the loan after schooling is done.

Unsubsidized loans

Which type of learner would likely benefit from making flashcards, using highlighters, and underlining phrases?

Visual

What should you look for if a product stops working and is no longer within the return policy guidelines?

Warranty

Should you wear a life jacket if you can swim?

Yes, a life jacket can keep you from sinking if knocked unconscious.

Should you still apply for a job that you are interested in if you are not fully qualified?

Yes, sometimes employees are willing to train the right individual

After you have registered to vote, you should receive a confirmation notice. If for some reason you have not received a notice, it is important to contact ________ immediately.

Your local election office

Which of the following do you need to consider if you travel by airplane or bus?

a method of getting to the intended point of departure and also a way to get back home

Which of the following is a passive safety feature of cars?

crumple zone technology

Which of the following is the best way to resolve a work-related conflict?

describe the issue itself to the person

According to the ADA, if a person needs a wheelchair to move around a reasonable accommodation would be to ________.

install wheelchair accessible doors

Which of the following is NOT aimed at aiding you in your quest for college planning, academic success, and personal fulfillment?

recreational centers

Which of the following is the best first step to prepare for retirement?

see what kind of benefits your employer offers

Why would a piece of clothing's place of origin likely be important to someone?

they are concerned with fair trade practices in other countries

What is important to note about credit card companies advertising 0 percent APR?

this usually only lasts for a few months before the company raises the APR

What is the primary purpose of the ACT and SAT?

to measure readiness for college

Why were Human Resource Departments developed?

to view workers as human beings with psychological needs

A ________ is a report of all high school coursework, such as classes you have taken, the number of credits, and the grades received.

transcript

What is the best way to purchase an airline ticket?

using a credit or debit card online

Bleach should only be used for ________ clothing.

white

Which of the following is a reason why two people get married?

All answers: their marriage is arranged they believe that marriage will allow their children to live in a more stable environment they don't want to be romantically attached to anyone else

Which of the following is a requirement in order to vote in the U.S.?

All answers: you must be registered as a voter you must be an American citizen you must be at least 18 years of age

Which of the following is a time-management obstacle?

All are correct: apathy procrastination ineffective communication

Which of the following is important in a marriage?

All are correct: empathy respect compassion

Test-taking is an ________ skill that takes a lot of practice.

Acquired

A(n) ________ is like a to-do list for one particular objective.

Action plan

What is used to absorb poisons before they reach the bloodstream?

Activated Charcoal

A general plan that outlines a specific purpose, such as one's interests, goals, costs, and schedule, is known as a/an _________ plan.

Activity

In which stage of an infectious disease are all of its symptoms fully developed and the disease is at its peak, allowing it to be appropriately diagnosed?

Acute Stage

Which of the following is a problem found in users of steroids?

All answers: Depression Paranoia Anxiety

Which of the following can contain lead and should be checked? You Answered

All answers: Pottery Glassware China

Which of the following is important to remember if your peers try to pressure you into doing something unhealthy?

All answers: There are other people who trust themselves enough to say no to negative peer pressure They are looking for other people who make poor decisions so that they can justify these decisions to themselves You can find a different circle of friends

Which of the following is a property of malignant cancer cells?

All answers: They can spread throughout the entire body They can intrude upon adjacent tissue They can grow uncontrollably

Which of the following would be an appropriate place to go if you were looking for a job?

All answers: a local job fair a specific company's website websites dedicated to job postings

Which of the following is a way you can register to vote?

All answers: call 1-800-462-VOTE go to the Department of Motor Vehicles find a registration location

Which of the following is an example of postsecondary education?

All answers: community colleges technical colleges universities

Which of the following is a possible tax deduction?

All answers: donations moving expenses tax preparation fees

Which of the following describes self-esteem?

All answers: how we feel about our abilities how we feel about our body image how we think other people view us

Which of the following is a goal of a Human Resource Department?

All answers: improve work environments increase job retention rates boost employee morale

Which of the following is a disadvantage of credit card debt?

All answers: it negatively affects your credit reportthe repayment terms often involve extremely high interest rates it is easy to accumulate

Which of the following is a way to help prevent employees becoming bored, restless, and dissatisfied with their jobs?

All answers: job promotion cross-training training

What do banks usually require in order to open an account with them?

All answers: social security number proof of a current address more than one form of identification

Which of the following might be included in an employee's compensation package?

All answers: stock options health insurance certain employee discounts