Quiz 9 Flashcards
What is the vertical columns test used for when evaluating resume design?
A. Consistent formatting and layout of the various levels of information. B. The proper chronology of jobs and schools. C. Appropriate balance of text and white space across the entire resume. D. None of the other answers
Consistent formatting and layout of the various levels of information.
What are the typical organizational elements of a combination resume?
A.
a summary of relevant qualifications followed by a work history section
B. work history followed by education C. education followed by work experience D. All of the other answers
a summary of relevant qualifications followed by a work history section
What does the functional resume format emphasize about the applicant?
Relevant skills by categories
Which of the following is NOT a design principle covered by the resume reading?
A.
Make a statement
B. Evoke simplicity C. Apply visual hierarchies D. Create visual balance
Make a statement
What does the design principle “create visual hiearchies” mean?
Making sure that all information of the same level is indented the same distance from the left margin
Which of the following is a typical content area in resumes?
Opening
Because the resume is an outline, it is acceptable to use incomplete sentences.
true
The chronological resume format emphasizes ______ .
Most relevant work experience
When it comes to writing resumes, “doing it your way” means:
Making strategic choices within the boundaries of convention
Which of the following should you NOT have in your resume?
All of the other answers
What does the design principle “create visual balance” mean?
Designing for equal amounts of text and white space in all four quadrants of the page
What is the design term for any space on the resume that is devoid of text?
White space
Which of the following is a proper way to write dates to ensure they are read properly by an applicant tracking system.
April 2015
Because your online content may contain inappropriate or personal details, you should not include links to your social media sites or online content in your resume.
False
After your contact information, which of the following is an effective way to start your resume?
A.
qualifications summary
B. All of the other answers C. branding statement D. profile
All of the other answers
