Resume Essentials: Answers to Common Questions
Understand the key aspects of resumes with detailed answers to common questions like the purpose of a resume, what to include, and who should read it. Enhance your resume writing skills and make a strong impression in your job search.
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How much do you know about resumes?
Question 1: A resume is A) An autobiography of one s career life and professional experiences in order to secure employment. B) A detailed listing of a job candidate s skills, experiences, responsibilities, and achievements as these relate to the position and company being targeted. C) A complete listing of an individual s education, work experience, and professional training.
Answer 1: A resume is B) A detailed listing of a job candidate s skills, experiences, responsibilities, and achievements as these relate to the position and company being targeted.
Question 2: The purpose of a resume is to A) Establish a candidate s qualifications for a position in order to secure an interview. B) Establish a candidate s qualifications for a position in order to secure employment. C) Establish a candidate s qualifications for a position in order to eliminate the competition.
Answer 2: The purpose of a resume is to A) Establish a candidate s qualifications for a position in order to secure an interview.
Question 3: When writing my resume, I should be aware of A) Who will be reading my resume. B) Presenting my best skills, experiences, and achievements in priority. C) The readability and visual presentation of my document. D) All of the above
Answer 3: When writing my resume, I should be aware of D) All of the above
Question 4: Certain personal information needs to be included in the resume such as A) My name, contact information, date of birth, and number of dependents B) My name, contact information, and date of birth C) My name and contact information
Answer 4: Certain personal information needs to be included in the resume, such as C) My name and contact information
Question 5: Posting my resume on a job search database online will make my resume available to A) Potential employers. B) Almost anyone, including my current employer. C) Only those ads to which I respond.
Answer 5: Posting my resume on a job search database online will make my resume available to B) Almost anyone, including my current employer.
Question 6: On a resume, a career objective can be defined as A) The job duties that you believe you fulfill. B) A short description explaining your goals in life. C) A short description of the job position you are seeking.
Answer 6: On a resume, a career objective can be defined as C) A short description of the job position you are seeking.