Cumulative Exam- Career Planning & Development (96%)

A small network is more effective than a large network.

F

Becoming an early adopter of technology and industry trends can increase your job security.

F

It is always the interviewee's fault if an interview is bad.

F

It is impossible to adjust your personal time schedule once it is established.

F

A job search should be treated like a full time job.

T

An employer can refuse to hire you if you refuse a drug screening test or background check.

T

Having just one error on a cover letter may eliminate an applicant from being considered for employment.

T

Which of the following scenarios is a circumstance in which it would be ethical to practice confidentiality?

a. Your friend tells you her new business idea that will make her rich

The primary purpose of the résumé is to _____.

a. obtain interviews

Keeping an open mind is necessary to show ______.

a. willingness to learn

Imagine that you have started working at a company that has implemented total quality management. It is your job to communicate how the work environment will change to all employees. Which is the best message to communicate to everyone?

b. "You will need to consider how you can improve quality."

In a case where a man sues a corporation for unsafe business practices, he will have to meet what burden of proof?

b. A preponderance of evidence

Which of the following statements is false?

b. Accidents happen, so it is not necessary to prepare for them

The right to make others do things is referred to as _________.

b. Authority

Fair use allows individuals to break copyright so long as they ________.

b. Can prove they are not infringing on copyright

Globalization concerns many workers because ________.

b. Companies will tend to seek lower costs by outsourcing labor

Which of the following statements about electronic cover letters is true?

b. Cover letters that are sent electronically should always have a brief but informative subject line which catches the reader's eye.

A good filing system shares all of the common characteristics of a _________.

b. Database -- it must store information for easy access and retrieval

The Department of Transportation built a new highway interchange outside of Raymond's town. Many of the businesses are suffering because the amount of traffic in town has been reduced. This is forcing employers to reduce their number of employees. What factor that affects the labor market is represented in this situation?

b. Government action

Inflation makes it harder to buy things because _______.

b. It causes your money to have less value

Making small talk at a meeting is a bad idea because ______.

b. It wastes a tremendous amount of time

Someone who is extremely dissatisfied with the direction of their current employer and has their own great ideas, an independent streak, and a great work ethic might decide to _______.

b. Quit their jobs and start their own business

Janice's grandmother stayed at home and took care of her family while her grandfather worked. Today Janice lives on her own and has a full time job. What factor that affects the labor market is represented in this situation?

b. Social change

A worker's positive reaction to a negative performance review from an employer might be to ______.

b. address the criticisms made at the review

If you know you are at risk of becoming unemployed, you should _____.

b. get additional education to learn new skills

Rowan is interested in becoming a florist. Her mother's best friend works at the local flower shop and has agreed to let Rowan observe what she does after school for a week. This is an example of _____.

b. job shadowing

Candice's first job was at the grocery store making deli food. While in culinary school, she worked part time in a restaurant kitchen, and after finishing school, she found a position as a head chef. With her growing experience and advanced education, Candice has been able to _____.

b. move up the career ladder

According to the chart, the three fastest growing career areas include _____.

b. professional and business services, education and health services, and leisure and hospitality services

Meagan became a costume designer because she enjoyed spending time and sharing ideas with others interested in movies. Which of the following best describes why Meagan works?

b. to be around others

Which of the following can be used as a penalty in a civil case?

c. $40,000 fine

You gain health benefits from exercising for a minimum of _______.

c. 20 minutes three times a week

Which of the following would be a benefit of a cross-functional team?

c. A range of backgrounds enriches their work

Decide which statement best reflects a proper attitude on the first day of work.

c. I should listen closely when people talk to me.

When you propose a solution to your argument during the conflict resolution process, you should make sure you are using ______.

c. Neutral Arguments

When considering time management techniques, it is important to remember that ________.

c. Not all techniques work well for all people in all situations

Which of the following choices best describes why it is difficult to start a self improvement plan?

c. Self improvement plans require people to admit they need improvement

The first thing you must consider in any type of communication is ______.

c. The purpose of the communication

A common advantage of a promotion is that ______.

c. You will receive better pay

John has been working at his job for three months. He is interested in showcasing his willingness to take on more responsibility. When a new project comes up for consideration, he should ______.

c. ask to work on the new project

Julia has noticed that she is receiving more and more stress from work. She is having trouble meeting her deadlines and fears she may be fired soon. Recommend the best course of action for her: Julia should _______.

c. assign herself daily task lists

If you focus on the present now, instead of focusing on your future concerns, you will be able to __________.

d. All of the above

When designing a plan of action, always ______.

d. All of the above

When formatting your résumé, it is important to _____.

d. All of the above

You can ready yourself for an interview by:

d. All of the above

Diana works as the manager of an office in a large corporation. She promotes one of her best workers, Helen, in order to groom her for a future management position. In this example, which style of leadership would be most effective to meet Diana's goals?

d. Delegative

Which of the following is the best health based justification for having a balanced diet?

d. I will be getting all of the nutrients I need.

At their accounting meeting, Philipe tells Justin to stop making foolish comments. Justin, who felt he was being treated unfairly, says nothing for the remainder of the meeting. In this example, Justin was acting _______.

d. Passively

Jefferson is interested in starting his own business. He plans to borrow money from the local bank in order to finance the business. They will require him to submit a business plan and a(n) _____.

d. financial plan

An investment company where workers follow a strict schedule is an example of a(n) _____.

d. formal workplace

Many employers don't focus on an applicant's job skills. Instead, they say the most important thing is _____.

d. the right attitude