Resume Writing, English Language

Question: Which of the following is an example of a successful Problem-Action-Result (PAR) statement that a candidate might use in the Experience section of a resume?
A
Responsibilities included answering phones, typing correspondence, and filing.

B
Streamlined obsolete filing system by developing simple yet sophisticated coding system, resulting in a 45% increase in administrative staff productivity.

C
Implemented company-wide filing system that saved significant time and money.

D
None of these

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Question: Which of the following statements about portfolios is TRUE?
A
Unlike a resume, a portfolio includes a photograph of the candidate.

B
A portfolio includes the candidate's resume as well as samples of his or her work, such as illustrations or writing.

C
A portfolio and a resume are the same thing.

D
None of these

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Question: An effective cover letter should _______.
A
identify the specific position the candidate is applying for

B
use formal language

C
focus on the employer and what the candidate can do for them

D
demonstrate that the candidate has researched the company

E
a, c, and d

F
a, b, and c

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Question: The closing paragraph of a cover letter should include ______.
A
a list of skills the candidate will bring to the position

B
a direct request for an interview

C
an explanation as to why the candidate is applying for the position

D
None of these

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Question: A functional resume is a good option for job candidates who ______.
A
have limited work experience in their field of interest

B
have a lot of work experience and have had many different jobs

C
are changing careers

D
have employment gaps

E
All of these

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Question: Which of the following should NOT be included in the Education section of a resume for a candidate with a college degree and at least one year of work experience?
A
Mention of relevant special projects or theses

B
Type of degree and date conferred

C
High school information

D
Minors or areas of concentration

E
a and d

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Question: Roger has worked for a single employer for 25 years. How should he present his work history in the Experience section of his resume?
A
He should write a brief explanation in the Experience section that highlights his longevity and exemplary service to the company.

B
He should exclude that section from his resume.

C
He should show his progression at the company by listing the various positions held over the years.

D
He should write a CV instead of a resume.

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Question: Which of the following statements regarding objective statements is FALSE?
A
An objective statement should be user-centered and focused on the employer's needs.

B
An objective statement should be brief and use active, punchy language.

C
An objective statement should not be too specific as it could limit the candidate's options.

D
An objective statement should be tailored to the specific, targeted position.

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Question: The candidate should use the middle paragraphs, or the body, of the cover letter to _______.
A
show why and how he is a good match for the company

B
explain in detail the information contained in his resume

C
demonstrate that he has some knowledge about the company

D
convince the employer that they will benefit from hiring the candidate

E
a, b, and d

F
a, c, and d

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Question: Which of the following should NOT be included on a resume?
A
Gender and physical attributes

B
Home address

C
Marital status

D
a and c

E
None of these should be included on a resume.

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Question: Which of the following is an example of a successful Problem-Action-Result (PAR) statement that a candidate might use in the Experience section of a resume?

Question: Which of the following statements about portfolios is TRUE?

Question: An effective cover letter should _______.

Question: The closing paragraph of a cover letter should include ______.

Question: A functional resume is a good option for job candidates who ______.

Question: Which of the following should NOT be included in the Education section of a resume for a candidate with a college degree and at least one year of work experience?

Question: Roger has worked for a single employer for 25 years. How should he present his work history in the Experience section of his resume?

Question: Which of the following statements regarding objective statements is FALSE?

Question: The candidate should use the middle paragraphs, or the body, of the cover letter to _______.

Question: Which of the following should NOT be included on a resume?