MHA 702 Exam 5 Questions and
Answers|Latest Update 100% PASS
What must an interviewer know? - CORRECT ANSWER--about the job that the
applicant is seeking
-must learn about each applicant's background and qualifications
How should the interviewer guide the interview? - CORRECT ANSWER-Make
sure it is focused on the job and applicant's ability to perform it, rather than
personal attributes
Which laws had most effect on interviewing? - CORRECT ANSWER--Title VII
of Civil Rights Act (1964)
-Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) (1967)
-Americans with Disabilities Act (1992)
How have applications changed since the 1960s? - CORRECT ANSWER-approx.
2/3 of information formerly on applications has become inaccessible because of
legal constraints
,Ideally what should be completed before authorization of posting a new job? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Postion description must be updated and thoroughly
reviewed
Who is most familiar with an unfilled position? - CORRECT ANSWER-the
individual who supervises that position
What should recruiters know? - CORRECT ANSWER-They are assumed to know
about the position and what will be expected from employees hired for that
position
Typically when does interviewer get resume of application? - CORRECT
ANSWER-should get it prior to interview
What is important to note in resumes? - CORRECT ANSWER-any gaps in
employment, make sure to ask about these during interview
Where should interviews be conducted? - CORRECT ANSWER--arrange for a
place where the interviewer and applicant are comfortable and can speak without
being interrupted
things to consider when picking physical location of interview? - CORRECT
ANSWER--seating should be comfy
-individuals should face one another
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, -avoid expanses of surface as it can be intimidating
how long should entry position interviews lasts? - CORRECT ANSWER-typically
30 mins
how long should technical and professional interviews last? - CORRECT
ANSWER-typically an hour
cons of interruptions - CORRECT ANSWER--hamper exchange of information
-can disturb the train of thought
-causes difficulty establishing a conversational rapport
how to prepare opening questions? - CORRECT ANSWER-have 3-4 relatively
easy, non-threatening questions to initiate conversation
Timing of interview - CORRECT ANSWER--be on time
-casual tardiness by interviewer displays disregard for value of applicant's time
how to help applicant relax - CORRECT ANSWER--begin interview with small
talk
-consider that applicant may be intimidated
-remember that interviewer has psychological upper hand in the situation
-place interview on equal footing
Answers|Latest Update 100% PASS
What must an interviewer know? - CORRECT ANSWER--about the job that the
applicant is seeking
-must learn about each applicant's background and qualifications
How should the interviewer guide the interview? - CORRECT ANSWER-Make
sure it is focused on the job and applicant's ability to perform it, rather than
personal attributes
Which laws had most effect on interviewing? - CORRECT ANSWER--Title VII
of Civil Rights Act (1964)
-Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) (1967)
-Americans with Disabilities Act (1992)
How have applications changed since the 1960s? - CORRECT ANSWER-approx.
2/3 of information formerly on applications has become inaccessible because of
legal constraints
,Ideally what should be completed before authorization of posting a new job? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Postion description must be updated and thoroughly
reviewed
Who is most familiar with an unfilled position? - CORRECT ANSWER-the
individual who supervises that position
What should recruiters know? - CORRECT ANSWER-They are assumed to know
about the position and what will be expected from employees hired for that
position
Typically when does interviewer get resume of application? - CORRECT
ANSWER-should get it prior to interview
What is important to note in resumes? - CORRECT ANSWER-any gaps in
employment, make sure to ask about these during interview
Where should interviews be conducted? - CORRECT ANSWER--arrange for a
place where the interviewer and applicant are comfortable and can speak without
being interrupted
things to consider when picking physical location of interview? - CORRECT
ANSWER--seating should be comfy
-individuals should face one another
COPYRIGHT ©️ 2025 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
, -avoid expanses of surface as it can be intimidating
how long should entry position interviews lasts? - CORRECT ANSWER-typically
30 mins
how long should technical and professional interviews last? - CORRECT
ANSWER-typically an hour
cons of interruptions - CORRECT ANSWER--hamper exchange of information
-can disturb the train of thought
-causes difficulty establishing a conversational rapport
how to prepare opening questions? - CORRECT ANSWER-have 3-4 relatively
easy, non-threatening questions to initiate conversation
Timing of interview - CORRECT ANSWER--be on time
-casual tardiness by interviewer displays disregard for value of applicant's time
how to help applicant relax - CORRECT ANSWER--begin interview with small
talk
-consider that applicant may be intimidated
-remember that interviewer has psychological upper hand in the situation
-place interview on equal footing
