Question 1

Which could be used to help write a meaningful cover letter?

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A)   a short two-column checklist of skills desired accompanied by those you possess
B)   numerous bullet points, highlighted in bold print
C)   a handwritten effort
D)   long lists of your soft skillsE) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 2

There is no need to quantify skills in a cover letter. That can be done during the interview.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The Master Application is a completed application that you will use as a reference. It contains all of the information that you will need to complete the application that will be turned into the employer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which of the following shouldnot be a consideration of the cover letter?

Accepted Answer

A)   Include your contact information.
B)   Use the same fonts, paper, and headings that are used in the resume.
C)   Use an action paragraph to close the cover letter.
D)   End your letter with either: Sincerely, Your Friend, or Respectfully.E) All of the above
F) A) and C) D

Question 5

Since employers will take the time to match your qualifications with a position within their company, you don't need to tell them which position you are applying for.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

When you are requested to include your Social Security Number on an online employment application, you should comply even if it is a blind ad.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

All of the following are good ways to add value to your applicationexcept

Accepted Answer

A)   indicate any additional coursework you have completed.
B)   indicate if you achieved a strong GPA in school.
C)   exaggerate your credentials.
D)   indicate if you were a supervisor.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 8

All of the following make a big impact on the cover letterexcept

Accepted Answer

A)   your value-added attributes, such as years of experience.
B)   a list of your soft skills.
C)   quantifiable outcomes.
D)   technical and adaptive skills.E) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 9

In order to stand out against all of the competitive job applications, you should use colored pen when filling it out.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

What is recommended if you have a criminal history?

Accepted Answer

A)   Do not elaborate on the situation.
B)   Fill in additional information, such as traffic violations.
C)   Downgrade any penalties you may have received.
D)   Give them the number of your parole officer.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 11

It is customary to have four paragraphs in the body of a cover letter.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Acceptable closures to the cover letter include the followingexcept

Accepted Answer

A)   Thanks.
B)   Yours sincerely.
C)   Respectfully.
D)   Sincerely.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 13

Which is true about job applications?

Accepted Answer

A)   They do not matter very much.
B)   They do not ask very specific questions.
C)   They do not help an employer determine your ability to be professional or follow directions.
D)   They are designed to weed out the applicant pool.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 14

Your stated qualifications should be targeted to the position to which you are applying.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which information isnot relayed by your cover letter?

Accepted Answer

A)   your capacity to get along with others.
B)   whether you know how to make strong statements.
C)   whether you know how to organize your thoughts.
D)   whether you can construct intelligent paragraphs.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 16

Salary questions on an application can be answered by stating a precise figure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

When asked a question regarding your criminal history on an employment application, answer "yes" to a misdemeanor and "no" to a felony.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

All of the following are parts of a great cover letterexcept

Accepted Answer

A)   the ways in which you can add value to their company.
B)   highlighting useful personal attributes that make you a great fit or asset for them.
C)   indicating you have special skills.
D)   how they can help you.E) A) and C)
F) All of the above D

Question 19

When asked what your salary requirements are, use the terms "Negotiable" or "Open" when responding to an employment ad or job board.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

If you are not able to get to a computer, it is acceptable to handwrite your resume.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Exam 6: Professional Cover Letters and Applications

Which could be used to help write a meaningful cover letter?

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There is no need to quantify skills in a cover letter. That can be done during the interview.

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The Master Application is a completed application that you will use as a reference. It contains all of the information that you will need to complete the application that will be turned into the employer.

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Which of the following shouldnot be a consideration of the cover letter?

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Since employers will take the time to match your qualifications with a position within their company, you don't need to tell them which position you are applying for.

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When you are requested to include your Social Security Number on an online employment application, you should comply even if it is a blind ad.

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All of the following are good ways to add value to your applicationexcept

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All of the following make a big impact on the cover letterexcept

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In order to stand out against all of the competitive job applications, you should use colored pen when filling it out.

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What is recommended if you have a criminal history?

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It is customary to have four paragraphs in the body of a cover letter.

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Acceptable closures to the cover letter include the followingexcept

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Which is true about job applications?

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Your stated qualifications should be targeted to the position to which you are applying.

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Which information isnot relayed by your cover letter?

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Salary questions on an application can be answered by stating a precise figure.

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When asked a question regarding your criminal history on an employment application, answer "yes" to a misdemeanor and "no" to a felony.

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All of the following are parts of a great cover letterexcept

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When asked what your salary requirements are, use the terms "Negotiable" or "Open" when responding to an employment ad or job board.

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If you are not able to get to a computer, it is acceptable to handwrite your resume.

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