Perosnal Career Development (quiz 7)

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A plain text version is not helpful for applications, but it is helpful for resume.

b. false

You will be screened into or out of an interview on the basis of your:

a. resume. b. job application. c. cover letter. answer: d. all of the above

An employer can legally use a job application form to collect information about an applicant's Social Security number and proof of citizenship.

a. True

If the application requests information about the desired salary or compensation, you should:

a. list as "negotiable" if possible. b. state the range listed in the job opening description. ​c. research average salaries for this job and list the range or, if necessary, the midpoint of the range. ​answer: d. all of the above ​e. none of the above

To apply for jobs online, you have to register for the career site and this will cost money, so have a credit card ready.

b. false

When you pick up a preprinted job application at an employer's workplace, plan to spend just enough time to get the application and leave so that you will not disturb those who are working.

b. false

Which is an option for applying for a job?

a. Apply on online via a career website b. Apply directly through an employer's website c. Apply through LinkedIn ​answer: d. All of the above

Which response would be suitable for the "Reason for Leaving" entry in an application's employment history section?

a. Fired for no reason b. Manager was not competent c. Quit d. All of the above answer: e. None of the above

Maia and her brother Sid work different shifts in a copy shop in Georgetown, Kentucky. Maia needs a reference for a second job she is considering. Who should she ask?

a. Her shift manager

Be sure to remember to sign an application where designated:

a. to eliminate a cause for the employer to ignore or delete your resume. b. because the application is a legal document in which you are swearing that the information about you is true. c. so that the company doesn't have to go through extra steps to track you down to sign your application. answer: d. all of the above

An employment application requires information that is not in your resume, such as information about any misdemeanors and felonies.

a. true

Employers can reject a preprinted application that is not signed.

a. true

Most employment applications have a section stating that the employer may procure an investigative consumer report about you as part of considering your application.

a. true

If there is a question you do not want to answer, you can:

b. answer carefully, but truthfully.

For preprinted applications, it is not necessary to keep a copy for your records.​

b. false

If an application asks permission to contact your current employer, you should answer yes even if your employer does not know you are looking for a new job.

b. false

When you apply for a job in person with a preprinted paper job application, do all of the following except:

c. allow time in case you can meet with the manager or, if requested, take an employment test.


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