Question 1

The most common format for hiring/placement interviews is the sequential interview.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

What is the most effective way to handle an illegal or inappropriate question during an interview?

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A)   If you find the question harmless and you want the job, go ahead and answer it.
B)   Confront the interviewer about the illegal nature of the question.
C)   Storm out of the room in anger; after all, you wouldn't work for a company with such low ethics.
D)   Refuse to answer the question because it is your legal right to do so.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

Panel interviews are typically conducted by people who will be your supervisors and colleagues. An important advantage of the panel interview is

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A)   allowing the company to measure the candidate's leadership and communication skills.
B)   saving company money on repeated interviews and related costs.
C)   determining the best candidate through multiple interviews.
D)   testing the reactions of a candidate during nerve-racking situations.E) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 4

Many screening interviews occur on the telephone.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

A job interview is a two-street. The employer will be judging you, and you will be evaluating the employer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

To provide the best possible recommendation of you to a potential employer, your ____________________ need information about the company and position.

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The answer of To provide the best possible recommendation of...

Question 7

Which of the following is an example of a situational question?

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A)   If you were aware that a coworker submitted false data, what would you do?
B)   What is your ideal work environment?
C)   What do you predict for the future of our industry?
D)   Tell me about a time when you dealt with confidential information.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 8

The purposes of sending an application or résumé follow-up message to an employer include jogging the memory of the hiring manager, showing your serious interest in the position, and

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A)   emphasizing your qualifications or adding new information.
B)   sending a personal note to the receptionist, who often helps make the final decision.
C)   sharing your photograph to match your qualifications to your face.
D)   setting a deadline for the employer to offer you the position.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 9

To avoid coming across as tentative in an interview, always answer a question even if you don't understand it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Sending a thank-you note after an interview is a social nicety that distinguishes you from other candidates, but thank-you messages carry little weight in the hiring process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

To demonstrate your humility, openly share at least one personal weakness with the interviewer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

How you can you locate information about a company?

Accepted Answer

A)   Talking with current employees
B)   Searching the Web
C)   Reviewing company advertisements and promotions
D)   All answer choices would help you locate information about a company.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 13

When completing a job application form, always leave any items blank that do not apply.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

When responding to the question Tell me about yourself, focus on personal information such as your hometown, family, and hobbies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

At the end of an interview, you will usually be asked if you have any questions. The most effective response is No to avoid sounding too eager.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

An appropriate statement to include in a thank-you message is Thank you for taking the time to interview me.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

If an interviewer says Tell me about yourself, what is the best way to respond?

Accepted Answer

A)   Present your brief biography as a chronology, beginning with when and where you were born.
B)   Briefly discuss educational, professional, or business-related strengths.
C)   To start the interview positively, provide a few humorous personal anecdotes.
D)   Tell several success stories, making sure to fill at least ten minutes of interview time.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 18

Following an interview you should send a(n) ____________________ note, e-mail, or letter to the individual(s) who interviewed you.

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The answer of Following an interview you should send a(n)...

Question 19

If the interviewer begins a question with Tell me about a time when..., you should

Accepted Answer

A)   recognize that this is a trick question and tactfully refuse to answer.
B)   politely explain that you have never experienced such a situation.
C)   make up any answer and wish that you had been better prepared.
D)   describe a situation or task, tell what action you took, and emphasize a positive result.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 20

Which of the following is the best advice when answering interview questions?

Accepted Answer

A)   Focus your answers on your strengths, but reveal a weakness or two to show that you are not perfect.
B)   Use the interviewer's name and title each time you answer a question to show respect.
C)   To be concise, answer questions with a simple yes or no whenever possible.
D)   Aim answers at the key characteristics needed, such as expertise, motivation, and a pleasant personality.E) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Exam 14: Interviewing and Following up

Many screening interviews occur on the telephone.

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Sending a thank-you note after an interview is a social nicety that distinguishes you from other candidates, but thank-you messages carry little weight in the hiring process.

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To avoid coming across as tentative in an interview, always answer a question even if you don't understand it.

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How you can you locate information about a company?

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Which of the following is the best advice when answering interview questions?

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When completing a job application form, always leave any items blank that do not apply.

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What is the most effective way to handle an illegal or inappropriate question during an interview?

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Panel interviews are typically conducted by people who will be your supervisors and colleagues. An important advantage of the panel interview is

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To provide the best possible recommendation of you to a potential employer, your ____________________ need information about the company and position.

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To demonstrate your humility, openly share at least one personal weakness with the interviewer.

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The most common format for hiring/placement interviews is the sequential interview.

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Which of the following is an example of a situational question?

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When responding to the question Tell me about yourself, focus on personal information such as your hometown, family, and hobbies.

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An appropriate statement to include in a thank-you message is Thank you for taking the time to interview me.

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If an interviewer says Tell me about yourself, what is the best way to respond?

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A job interview is a two-street. The employer will be judging you, and you will be evaluating the employer.

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If the interviewer begins a question with Tell me about a time when..., you should

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Following an interview you should send a(n) ____________________ note, e-mail, or letter to the individual(s) who interviewed you.

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The purposes of sending an application or résumé follow-up message to an employer include jogging the memory of the hiring manager, showing your serious interest in the position, and

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At the end of an interview, you will usually be asked if you have any questions. The most effective response is No to avoid sounding too eager.

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