Interviewing Basics Answers

How can you prepare for a background check? a.Maintain good creditb.Be truthful on resumes and applicationsc.Obtain and verify credit reports and personnel recordsd.All of the above

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

Applicants who test positive for illegal drug use can be screened out of a job immediately.

A(n) _____ is a consumer report that employers use to screen potential employees and check their credit, history, and legal status.a.background checkb.computerized pre-employment testc.gatekeeperd.screening interview

Which type of employment test cannot be studied for or practiced for in advance? a. A technical test b. A skills test c. A personality test d. A human resources test Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Which of the following is a characteristic of an unstructured interview?a.Conducted by a professional interviewerb.Focuses on factual informationc.Common in small businessesd.Limited information on the interviewee's personality

A type of employment test that is used to determine if personal and behavior preferences match the position.a.Personalityb.Skillsc.Technicald.Background check

A _____ is useful when performing large applicant screenings, because employers can use scores to quickly identify the best applicants to interview. a.personality testb.computerized pre-employment testc.skills testd.technical test

Direct interview requests include of all of the following techniques EXCEPT:a.Requesting an interview through an employment agencyb.Requesting an interview during a personal visit to the companyc.Requesting an interview in a written letter d.Requesting an interview through a telephone call

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