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Which of the following guidelines about note-taking should be followed in an interview?


A) Take copious notes during the interview to keep track of the interaction.
B) Write down the interviewer's name during or right after the interview.
C) Avoid making eye contact while note-taking to avoid forgetting points.
D) Write notes the next day to jot down only crucial points you remember.
E) Avoid writing any negative points that came up during the interview.

F) A) and B)
G) B) and C)

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Quilla recently attended an interview that she was told would start at exactly 9 a.m. However, she was made to wait an hour before she was called in for the interview. When she entered the room, the interviewer did not acknowledge her presence and silently took notes. Quilla later found out that this was a part of the interview and helped the company judge whether she was right for the position. Which of the following types of interview did Quilla most likely attend?


A) behavioral
B) group
C) stress
D) topgrading
E) reference

F) None of the above
G) B) and E)

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Which of the following is a characteristic of unsuccessful interviewees?


A) They listen carefully before answering questions.
B) They give answers that are lengthy and contain specific details.
C) They ask a large number of specific questions.
D) They respond neutrally to interviewer's statements.
E) They refer to the company by name.

F) C) and E)
G) A) and E)

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Which of the following is considered appropriate attire for an interview?


A) sneakers for men
B) sport jackets for men
C) sunglasses for men
D) stilettos for women
E) strong perfumes for women

F) A) and C)
G) C) and E)

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Parvati recently attended an interview at Dawning Day Inc., a respected media house. Prior to the interview, she prepared well for her position and was able to answer all the questions asked during the interview. However, the interviewers mentioned that she came across as impolite during the interview. Which of the following behaviors did Parvati most likely display during the interview?


A) She used lengthy monologues to share her knowledge about the company and herself.
B) She practiced active listening by rephrasing and clarifying what the interviewers said.
C) She used a handshake that was neither limp nor aggressive.
D) She did not criticize her previous employers even though they were unpleasant to her.
E) She asked interviewers if they required further details about her work experience.

F) D) and E)
G) C) and D)

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After several weeks of interviewing, Towanda has received a job offer and is negotiating her salary. The hiring manager informs her that the company cannot afford to pay her the salary that she has requested due to budget constraints. What is Towanda's best course of action?


A) Accept the lower salary without complaint.
B) Immediately reject the offer of employment.
C) Ask for other benefits such as a better job title.
D) Ask for time to seek other job offers with higher pay.
E) Offer to revise the budget so that the company can pay more.

F) A) and B)
G) C) and D)

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Which of the following is considered appropriate attire for a campus interview?


A) Wear a light brown business suit because this is the most conservative choice.
B) Deviate from the standard dress code and wear something that stands out.
C) Use an expensive aftershave cologne that shows good personal hygiene.
D) Wear comfortable and casual sandals because you may have to walk to the campus center.
E) Follow the dress code of the campus career center while deciding your attire.

F) None of the above
G) A) and D)

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List any three questions an interviewee must not ask an interviewer during a job interview.

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Do not ask the following questions:
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Which of the following should be undertaken while devising an interview strategy?


A) Pick ten main points that represent your strengths for a job and elaborate on them.
B) Listen to each question to see if you could make one of your key points as part of your answer.
C) Avoid seeming pushy by making key points about your strengths at the end of an interview.
D) Let strengths stand by themselves rather than trying to justify them with accomplishments.
E) Try your best to avoid questions about your weaknesses and failures.

F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

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Which of the following is considered good etiquette during an onsite interview that involves a meal?


A) taking large bites and completing your meal soon so that you can resume your interview
B) accepting alcohol at lunch and dinner but never having more than two drinks
C) eating a light meal so that you don't feel drowsy during the interview
D) sitting in a very relaxed position so that the interviewer thinks you are not nervous
E) leaning forward with your arms on the table because it shows positive body language

F) A) and B)
G) A) and E)

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Darnell recently attended an interview where he was asked to sit in an uncomfortable chair while answering questions. During the interview, he was asked rapid fire questions by the interviewer, who probed every weak spot in his record. What kind of an interview did Darnell most likely attend? What are some guidelines that need to be followed in such interviews?

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Darnell most likely attended a stress in...

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The types of weaknesses that an applicant should consider bringing up during an interview are those that are


A) unrelated to his or her ability to do the job.
B) unlikely to be discovered until after he or she has accepted the job.
C) common among other applicants.
D) easily discoverable during the interview process.
E) likely to elicit sympathy from the interviewer.

F) D) and E)
G) C) and D)

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Which of the following is the most conservative choice of attire for an interview?


A) dark grey or black shirt
B) dark business suit
C) sandals
D) black socks or patterned hose
E) open-toed pumps

F) A) and B)
G) D) and E)

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Which of the following phone skills should you adopt while leaving a message on voice mail?


A) State only your name because the number will be recorded.
B) Leave a clear and concise message so it will be easily understandable.
C) State your phone number quickly because the line may get disconnected.
D) Be persistent and keep trying the number if you repeatedly get voice mail.
E) Leave an elaborate message in order for it to be clear to the receiver.

F) A) and B)
G) All of the above

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What important points should you note during or immediately after an interview?

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Following are some important points that...

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Jhumpa avoids practicing her answers before her video interview the next day because she wants the interview to seem spontaneous. This is a recommended strategy while preparing for a video interview.

A) True
B) False

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Which of the following is a characteristic of successful interviewees?


A) They refrain from asking the interviewer questions.
B) They avoid using any technical jargon related to the industry or job.
C) They answer questions very briefly in not more than ten words.
D) They fill up the interview time with lengthy monologues.
E) They maintain eye contact with the interviewers while interacting with them.

F) C) and D)
G) All of the above

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Gina is attending an interview where she is asked questions about her past job, such as, "Tell me what you did when you had to make quick decisions at your previous job." What kind of an interview is Gina attending? Explain some guidelines that she needs to follow to be successful at this interview.

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Gina is attending a behavioral interview. Such interviews ask applicants to describe actual past behavior, rather than future plans. During the interview, she should describe the situation, explain what she did, and what happened. She should think about the implications of what she did and be ready to talk about whether she would do the same thing next time or if the situation were slightly different. A good way for her to prepare for behavioral interviews is to make a chart. Across the top she should list jobs, accomplishments, and projects. Down the left side, she should list qualities employers will want in candidates for the jobs she seeks. These qualities should include skills such as communication, teamwork, critical thinking, networking, influencing people, and leadership; traits such as honesty, reliability, and a developed ethical sense; and the ability to meet situations such as those in the list above. Then she can fill in the boxes. She should make sure each item in her boxes casts her in a favorable light: the ability to work under pressure is generally valued, but if she had to pull three all-nighters to finish her marketing project, employers might see her as a procrastinator.

Dinh has been given his offer letter and is surprised that the terms state he will begin to receive incentives only after completing 90 days with the company. This is different from what the interviewer promised him-that he would begin to receive incentives after completing 45 days. Which of the following should Dinh do in this scenario?


A) Decline the offer and look for other jobs.
B) Speak to a superior about the company making false promises.
C) Sign the letter and wait to complete six months before asking about it.
D) Accept the offer and bring it up later since it has already been promised to him.
E) Call the interviewer for clarification.

F) C) and E)
G) D) and E)

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Kwame is attending his second round of interviews with a company, and he has been informed that it will be a panel interview. Which of the following is a good tip for him to follow to ensure that the interview goes well?


A) Address and make eye contact only with the questioner to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
B) Write down the names of the panel members to show that he does not rely only on memory.
C) Take in the entire experience rather than focusing on one question at a time.
D) Write thank-you notes to each member rather than one collective note to all of them.
E) Identify the panel member with most authority and ask only him a question.

F) B) and E)
G) B) and D)

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