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Which of the following is an Internet job search “don’t”?

A
Use all types of job sites
B
Apply for jobs that you are not qualified for
C
Take advantage of the special features available on job sites
D
Customize your cover letter and résumé
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Match the association type with the person that best fits the description: opportunistic association

A
your favorite teacher
B
the president of your gardening club
C
your best friend
D
the man you met while walking your dog
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Why is it important to maintain network relationships, even after you have found a job?

A
You never know when you are going to have to find a new job.
B
You can return the favor by helping network members with career advice and job leads.
C
You will remain informed and connected to people in your field.
D
All of the above
4

When compiling a reference list, you should always _____.

A
verify what the reference will say
B
ask permission before listing a reference
C
thank them for their help
D
all of the above
5

Which of the following would be the least effective reference?

A
Your boss at your part-time job
B
Your grandfather who is a small business owner
C
Your neighbor for whom you do odd jobs
D
Your guidance counselor
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Match the association type with the person that best fits the description: online association

A
the woman you met on the bus
B
your best friend
C
the president of your gardening club
D
someone who is active in your favorite Internet chat room
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When applying for a position, you can make a positive impression by _____.

A
acting confident
B
being prepared
C
communicating effectively
D
all of the above
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Jessica filled out her job application and is about to turn it in. In the “Position Applied for” box she wrote question marks, because she does not know what positions are available. Which of the following suggestions would be Jessica’s best option for filling in this information?

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A
Leave the application how it is, because then the business can decided the best position
B
Ask the manager what positions are available and list a specific position
C
Write “All Positions” so that she appears flexible
D
Write “Company President” because it shows ambition
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Which of the following statements about job applications is false?

A
Job applications are not widely used anymore.
B
Job applications provide employers with information about an applicants background.
C
Job applications are used to compare all applicants’ qualifications.
D
Job applications can be found on the Internet.
13

The Internet can be used to:

A
Research potential employers
B
Post résumés
C
Search for job leads
D
All of the above
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The first step in creating a network is building a(n) _____.

A
contact list
B
job lead
C
references
D
referral
16

The first step you should take when organizing your job search is to:

A
Develop prospective employer records
B
Narrow your list of prospects
C
Compile your list of prospects
D
None of the above
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The most productive way to find a job lead is to ____.

A
find advertisements on the Internet
B
network
C
find advertisements in the newspaper
D
read brochures from professional organizations
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What is the typical relationship between a person’s network size and the number of job leads they have?

A
The smaller the network, the more job leads available
B
The larger the network, the more job leads available
C
The larger the network, the fewer job leads available
D
None of the above

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