Question 1

The primary purpose of a plain text resume is as the source file for online job applications.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Use a _____________________________ resume layout if you have gaps in your employment history and/or no formal work experience that is directly related to the job target.

Accepted Answer

A)   chronological
B)   skills-based
C)   combinationD) A) and B)
E) A) and C)

Question 3

A ____________________ is a brief statement that describes you by stating your most relevant experience and qualifications.

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A)   profile
B)   job objectiveC) A) and B)
D) undefined

Question 4

Which section is the most prominent in a skills-based resume?

Accepted Answer

A)   Profile
B)   Work Experience
C)   Qualifications
D)   EducationE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 5

Describe at least two ways you can tailor your resume to fit a specific employer.

Accepted Answer

Ways you can tailor a resume to fit a specific employer include the following: listing capabilities and keywords in the resume that match those in the job advertisement, identifying the name of the company or industry, and using appropriate industry terminology.

Question 6

Use numbers and specific examples of your accomplishments to emphasize the credibility of your achievements.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 7

A well-written job objective should

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A)   show that you researched the position.
B)   reflect your abilities and qualifications.
C)   use industry vocabulary.
D)   all of the above
E)   none of the aboveF) A) and B)
G) B) and D)

Question 8

In a large organization that receives a lot of applications for every position, resume are first ready by

Accepted Answer

A)   the Human Resources department.
B)   resume scanning software.
C)   someone in the department that has the job opening.D) B) and C)
E) A) and B) B

Question 9

Every time you customize your resume, finalize the print version and use it to create the plain text version.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Do not put a job objective on a ________________________ resume.

Accepted Answer

A)   master
B)   customizedC) A) and B)
D) undefined

Question 11

Because so many different people will read your resume, you should use general terms instead of specific terms to describe your accomplishments.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

If space is tight on your resume, put the text into two columns.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A typical resume should be

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A)   one page only.
B)   one to two pages.
C)   three to five pages.D) B) and C)
E) A) and C)

Question 14

A winning resume

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A)   gets you an interview.
B)   follows the specific requirements for your career field.
C)   draws attention to your communication skills.
D)   answers all the questions an employer may have about you.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 15

What are the four objectives of a winning resume?

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Question 16

A master resume is the generic version of your resume that you can use for networking and can distribute at job fairs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

A resume is read very quickly, so it is important not to clutter it up with too many keywords.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A ______________________________ resume layout will typically have a large Work Experience section.

Accepted Answer

A)   chronological
B)   skills-based
C)   combinationD) None of the above
E) All of the above

Question 19

The Internet is an important resource for keeping up with resumes guidelines and trends.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

If you have strong work experience for the job you are applying for, it is acceptable to condense the Education section.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 6: Resumes

The primary purpose of a plain text resume is as the source file for online job applications.

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Use a _____________________________ resume layout if you have gaps in your employment history and/or no formal work experience that is directly related to the job target.

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A ____________________ is a brief statement that describes you by stating your most relevant experience and qualifications.

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Which section is the most prominent in a skills-based resume?

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Describe at least two ways you can tailor your resume to fit a specific employer.

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Use numbers and specific examples of your accomplishments to emphasize the credibility of your achievements.

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A well-written job objective should

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In a large organization that receives a lot of applications for every position, resume are first ready by

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Every time you customize your resume, finalize the print version and use it to create the plain text version.

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Do not put a job objective on a ________________________ resume.

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Because so many different people will read your resume, you should use general terms instead of specific terms to describe your accomplishments.

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If space is tight on your resume, put the text into two columns.

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A typical resume should be

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A winning resume

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What are the four objectives of a winning resume?

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A master resume is the generic version of your resume that you can use for networking and can distribute at job fairs.

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A resume is read very quickly, so it is important not to clutter it up with too many keywords.

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A ______________________________ resume layout will typically have a large Work Experience section.

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The Internet is an important resource for keeping up with resumes guidelines and trends.

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If you have strong work experience for the job you are applying for, it is acceptable to condense the Education section.

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