Introduction to Business

Section 1: Qualifying for a Job

Self-Checks

1
Basic skills that you need to get, keep, and do well at a job are called ______ skills.
A)employability
B)primary
C)proficiency
D)workplace
2
The minimum requirement for most jobs in the United States is ______ .
A)some high school
B)a high school diploma
C)some college
D)a college degree
3
Being able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers is an example of ______ skills.
A)basic
B)basic decision-making
C)basic computer
D)basic work-related
4
Experienced workers have proven skills and a ______ .
A)desire to work
B)familiarity with a job
C)good attitude
D)good work ethic
5
Body language is also called ______ .
A)body mechanics
B)nonverbal communication
C)physical expression
D)silent communication
6
The education, skills, and work experience needed to do a particular job are ______ .
A)basic skills
B)credentials
C)employability skills
D)qualifications
7
As part of a job description, the ability to set up and maintain a customer database would be considered a(n) ______ .
A)aptitude
B)basic skill
C)employability skill
D)qualification
8
In addition to skills, employers also seek certain character ______ in potential employees.
A)deficiencies
B)flaws
C)limitations
D)traits
9
An employer might check on a candidate's ______ during high school to see if a potential employee is likely to show up for work on time.
A)attendance
B)extracurricular activities
C)punctuality
D)volunteer commitments
10
Slouching in a chair during a job interview is an example of how body language can ______ the impression you make.
A)add to
B)augment
C)detract from
D)enhance
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