CC45 - Review #5

Which is not a career information guide?

• Dictionary of Occupational Titles

• Occupational Outlook Handbook/ONet

• Guide to Occupational Exploration

• Readers' Guide to Periodic Literature

The Dictionary of Occupational Titles:

• gives a definition of thousands of careerese

• puts occupations into fifteen categories

• lists twelve main interest areas and careers

• is based on the sixteen Career Clusters

Which is a disadvantage of entrepreneurship?

• Working flexible schedule

• Performing a variety of tasks

• Working for oneself

• Varying income

One advantage of a sole proprietorship is:

• the owner makes all decisions

• there is little financial risk to the owner

• start-up costs are lower

• goodwill is already established in the community

What is the public government employment agency in North Carolina?

• Department of Social Services

• Employment Security Commission

• Unemployment office

• Personnel office

A cover letter is:

• not necessary

• a thank you letter

• sent with a resume

• a generic letter

Which is usually the immediate goal?

• Ultimate goal

• Medium-term goal

• Long-term goal

• Short-term goal

Jane wants to become a pilot. What should she include as part of her career plan?

• Go to an apprentice school

• Obtain a bachelor's degree

• Obtain a pilot's license

• Work at a gas station

Which should not be included as activities on a career plan?

• Education and training

• Extracurricular/volunteer activities

• Job research

• Work experience

A career plan for high school ensures that:

• a student will take appropriate courses in high school

• scholarship money will be available

• the student will be successful throughout life

• there will be plenty of jobs in that field