Career Readiness - Chapter 9 Questions
and Answers
To save time and money, some employers conduct screening interviews by phone or
video calls. - Answer-True
A good response to the question "Why do you want this job?" is to discuss how: -
Answer-none of the above
A structured interview with the purpose of testing a candidate's behavior, logic, and
emotional control under pressure is a: - Answer-stress interview.
Applicants who test positively for drug use or who admit to using illegal drugs may be
screened out of the applicant pool immediately. - Answer-True
In a(n) ____ all candidates are asked similar questions so that the employer can
compare candidates more easily. - Answer-structured interview
An interviewer is most likely to say, "Give me an example of a time you used your time
management skills," in a ___________________ interview. - Answer-behavioral
During an interview, focus not only on your qualifications but also on why you are
interested in working for this employer. - Answer-True
80% of LinkedIn and 50% of twitter recruiters look for a ___________________ fit when
evaluating candidates. - Answer-Cultural
Many employers require applicants to complete screening tests before an interview is
considered. - Answer-True
A good answer in response to the question "What are your strongest skills?" focuses on
your 30-Second Commercial and skills related to the job. - Answer-True
Which of the following questions would be appropriate to ask the interviewer? - Answer-
Do you need any more information about my qualifications?
In what type of interview would you talk with more than one person at a time? - Answer-
Panel or board interview
To avoid interrupting the interviewer, ask all of your questions at the end of the
interview. - Answer-False
Asking an interviewer about sick leave and vacation time shows your focus on planning
and time management. - Answer-False
and Answers
To save time and money, some employers conduct screening interviews by phone or
video calls. - Answer-True
A good response to the question "Why do you want this job?" is to discuss how: -
Answer-none of the above
A structured interview with the purpose of testing a candidate's behavior, logic, and
emotional control under pressure is a: - Answer-stress interview.
Applicants who test positively for drug use or who admit to using illegal drugs may be
screened out of the applicant pool immediately. - Answer-True
In a(n) ____ all candidates are asked similar questions so that the employer can
compare candidates more easily. - Answer-structured interview
An interviewer is most likely to say, "Give me an example of a time you used your time
management skills," in a ___________________ interview. - Answer-behavioral
During an interview, focus not only on your qualifications but also on why you are
interested in working for this employer. - Answer-True
80% of LinkedIn and 50% of twitter recruiters look for a ___________________ fit when
evaluating candidates. - Answer-Cultural
Many employers require applicants to complete screening tests before an interview is
considered. - Answer-True
A good answer in response to the question "What are your strongest skills?" focuses on
your 30-Second Commercial and skills related to the job. - Answer-True
Which of the following questions would be appropriate to ask the interviewer? - Answer-
Do you need any more information about my qualifications?
In what type of interview would you talk with more than one person at a time? - Answer-
Panel or board interview
To avoid interrupting the interviewer, ask all of your questions at the end of the
interview. - Answer-False
Asking an interviewer about sick leave and vacation time shows your focus on planning
and time management. - Answer-False
