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42) An employment interview is
A) an unstructured dialogue with a representative from a potential employer.
B) an easy way for you to learn about the company’s operations and markets.
C) a formal meeting during which you and the interviewer ask questions and exchange
information.
D) a session in which the interviewer talks and you listen.
E) a well-rehearsed exchange of information between peers.
attributes employers look for during an interview.
AACSB: Written and oral communication
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Synthesis
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
43) During a behavioral interview, you’ll be asked to
A) answer a specific sequence of questions.
B) perform work-related tasks in a simulated workplace environment.
C) deal with a number of questions intended to upset you.
D) relate specific incidents or experiences from your past.
E) observe a focus group and then respond to questions about what you saw.
attributes employers look for during an interview.
AACSB: Written and oral communication
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Application
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
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44) During ________, the interviewer will adapt the line of questioning according to the answers
you give and the questions you ask.
A) a structured interview
B) a behavioral interview
C) a situational interview
D) an open-ended interview
E) an informational interview
attributes employers look for during an interview.
AACSB: Written and oral communication
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Critical Thinking
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
45) During the selection stage of the interview processes, you should
A) ask the interviewer when you can start the job.
B) differentiate yourself from the other candidates.
C) allow the interviewer to ask all of the questions.
D) monopolize the conversation by telling your favorite stories.
E) relate your skills and experience to the organization’s needs.
attributes employers look for during an interview.
AACSB: Written and oral communication
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Critical Thinking
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
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46) Most employers interview an applicant once before deciding whether to offer a person a job.
attributes employers look for during an interview.
AACSB: Written and oral communication
Difficulty: Easy
Classification: Conceptual
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
47) One challenge in a screening interview is to keep your answers short while distinguishing
yourself from other candidates.
attributes employers look for during an interview.
AACSB: Reflective thinking
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Conceptual
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
48) You should prepare for a video interview in much the same way you would prepare for an in-
person interview.
attributes employers look for during an interview.
AACSB: Written and oral communication
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Conceptual
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
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49) When you’re applying for jobs, assume that potential employers will search online to learn
more about you.
attributes employers look for during an interview.
AACSB: Written and oral communication
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Conceptual
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
50) Explain the dual purposes of employment interviews.
attributes employers look for during an interview.
AACSB: Reflective thinking
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Conceptual
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
51) What are the two primary goals of screening interviews?
attributes employers look for during an interview.
AACSB: Reflective thinking
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Conceptual
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
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52) What should a job candidate strive to achieve during a selection interview?
attributes employers look for during an interview.
AACSB: Written and oral communication
Difficulty: Difficult
Classification: Application
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
53) Briefly explain the difference between a structured interview and an open-ended interview.
attributes employers look for during an interview.
AACSB: Reflective thinking
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Conceptual
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
54) Briefly explain what job candidates should expect in behavioral interviews and situational
interviews.
attributes employers look for during an interview.
AACSB: Reflective thinking
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Conceptual
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
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55) What two essential questions do employers seek to answer about each candidate in
interviews?
attributes employers look for during an interview.
AACSB: Reflective thinking
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Conceptual
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
56) What is the typical employment-interview sequence? What is the purpose of each type of
interview?
attributes employers look for during an interview.
AACSB: Reflective thinking
Difficulty: Difficult
Classification: Conceptual
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
57) Searching LinkedIn to learn about the managers you will meet with in an upcoming
interview
A) is unethical, since LinkedIn profiles are private.
B) is acceptable as long as you never reveal that you have done it.
C) requires that you ask their permission beforehand.
D) can make it easier for you to build rapport with your interviewers.
E) hinders your chances of success by making you seem desperate for employment.
AACSB: Written and oral communication
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Conceptual
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
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58) When responding to questions during a job interview, you should
A) respond in a way that lets you talk about your strengths only.
B) look for opportunities to frame your answers as brief stories rather than simple declarative
answers.
C) limit yourself to yes or no answers only.
D) respond with declarative statements.
E) ask the interviewer to clarify what type of response they are really looking for.
AACSB: Written and oral communication
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Application
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
59) For most interviews, asking your own questions is
A) necessary only if you are interviewing for a management position.
B) risky and a bad idea unless you are certain the interview is going well.
C) just as important as answering the employer’s questions effectively.
D) usually viewed as a sign of arrogance—after all, the employer is in charge.
E) helpful only when you are interviewing for a job at a large organization.
AACSB: Written and oral communication
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Conceptual
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
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60) When you’re responding to questions during an interview, you’re more likely to answer them
successfully if you
A) begin speaking before the employer finishes asking the question.
B) reply in a terse, matter-of-fact style throughout the interview.
C) pause for a moment before answering each question.
D) treat all questions as an opportunity to clarify your personal preferences.
E) have well practiced responses to standard questions.
AACSB: Written and oral communication
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Conceptual
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
61) When choosing the clothing you’ll wear for a workplace interview, the best policy is to
A) dress for a casual dress work environment.
B) dress conservatively, showcasing a bold statement piece.
C) combine a conservative look with a casual look with dark jeans and a blazer.
D) dress conservatively and professionally.
E) wear a bold color that shows confidence and leadership.
AACSB: Written and oral communication
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Conceptual
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
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62) A recent survey of hiring professionals revealed that
A) most employers understand that candidates may need to answer their smartphones during the
interview, and that doing so has no effect on the outcome.
B) candidates who answer mobile phone calls during interviews are more likely to get the job
because they are perceived as busy and important.
C) answering mobile phone calls or texting in the middle of an interview is the most common
mistake candidates make during their interviews.
D) candidates who warn the interviewer ahead of time that they might have to answer a call
during the interview have a better chance of getting the job than those who do not.
E) phones should be on silent, but it is acceptable to check who the caller is, in the event of an
emergency.
AACSB: Written and oral communication
Difficulty: Easy
Classification: Conceptual
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
63) When going to a job interview
A) take along samples of your work; recruiters are impressed by tangible evidence of job-related
accomplishments.
B) the interviewer will already have a copy of your résumé.
C) being more than 10 minutes late is unacceptable.
D) do not engage in conversation with others until the interview is complete.
E) use your smartphone or tablet to take notes during the actual interview.
AACSB: Written and oral communication
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Application
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
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64) Researching an organization before an interview
A) will save time during the interview, as the employer won’t have to ask as many questions.
B) is a bad idea, as it will limit the organizations opportunity to sell the organization.
C) will show you understand the importance of investigation and analysis.
D) allows you to tell the interviewer how much you know that they may not.
E) leads to fewer questions about you, and more questions about the goals of the organization.
AACSB: Written and oral communication
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Application
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview
65) One of the best ways to learn about the managers you will be interviewing with is through
A) Facebook.
B) industry related blogs.
C) competitor websites.
D) LinkedIn.
E) company websites.
AACSB: Written and oral communication
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Application
Learning Outcome: Explain how to prepare for, conduct yourself during, and follow up after an
interview