Job Application Mastery

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Which of the following is NOT a guideline for filling out a job application?

Complete the application on a computer when possible

Use whiteout sparingly

Cross out any mistakes neatly (correct)

Have another person proofread your application for errors

What should you write in the 'Position Desired' section of a job application?

A high salary figure

An open or negotiable salary

Any position available

A specific position or a range of positions (correct)

When listing previous employers on a job application, what should you do?

List them in alphabetical order

List them in order of relevance to the job

List them in chronological order (correct)

List them randomly

Who should you NOT list as a reference on a job application?

A family member Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if the employer asks about your special skills on a job application?

List your essential work-related skills Signup and view all the answers

Which age group is more likely to struggle to obtain a job?

Younger adults Signup and view all the answers

What is one way to increase your chances of being hired when picking up a job application?

Dress properly and be well groomed Signup and view all the answers

What should you do with the job application after picking it up?

Copy it and use the copy for practice Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimated unemployment rate for those between the ages of 18-19?

20 percent Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to introduce yourself to the manager when picking up a job application?

To make a good impression Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Neatness does not count when filling out a job application.

False Signup and view all the answers

True or false: It is acceptable to leave the 'Position Desired' section of a job application blank.

False Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Family members and relatives can be listed as references on a job application.

False Signup and view all the answers

Match the following sections of a job application with their appropriate responses:

Position Desired = Specific job title, not vague or desperate Start Date = "Immediately" or "two weeks" Previous Employers = List most recent job first References = Respected members of society, not family Signup and view all the answers

Match the following job application advice with their descriptions:

Neatness = Important for legibility and professionalism Ink color = Should be only blue or black Salary Desired = Should be a reasonable range, "open", or "negotiable" Education = List the last educational level completed Signup and view all the answers

Match the following sections of a job application with their correct explanations:

N/A = Not applicable, use when a section doesn't apply to you Special Skills = List essential work-related skills Availability = List the time ranges and days you can work Previous Employers = Can include volunteer experiences if no formal work history Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

Which of the following is NOT a guideline for filling out a job application?

What should you write in the 'Position Desired' section of a job application?

When listing previous employers on a job application, what should you do?

Who should you NOT list as a reference on a job application?

What should you do if the employer asks about your special skills on a job application?

Which age group is more likely to struggle to obtain a job?

What is one way to increase your chances of being hired when picking up a job application?

What should you do with the job application after picking it up?

What is the estimated unemployment rate for those between the ages of 18-19?

Why is it important to introduce yourself to the manager when picking up a job application?

True or false: Neatness does not count when filling out a job application.

True or false: It is acceptable to leave the 'Position Desired' section of a job application blank.

True or false: Family members and relatives can be listed as references on a job application.

Match the following sections of a job application with their appropriate responses:

Match the following job application advice with their descriptions:

Match the following sections of a job application with their correct explanations:

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