ACT Work Keys Final Exam REVIEW

The following excerpt is from a company memorandum on dress codes. Identify the main idea.

We need to continue to present a professional image toward clients and the public. It is important that employees use their best judgment in dressing appropriately. Casual business wear encompasses many looks but it really means casual clothing that is appropriate for a professional office environment. It is clothing that allows you to be comfortable at work vet always look neat and professional.

• Clothing should allow you to be comfortable at work.

• Appropriate business clothing is casual yet appropriate for a professional environment.

• Employees should use their best judgment to dress appropriately for the office.

• Employees should choose business casual clothes that represent the office in a professional way.

• Clients should see a professional image of company employees.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

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CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Identify the main idea from the following excerpt:

As stated in our Supplier Code of Conduct, our employees who are involved in procurement decisions may not accept any business courtesies, with the exception of very low value promotional items. In any business relationship, our suppliers must ensure that the offering or receipt of any gift or business courtesy is permitted by law and regulation; does not violate the rules and standards of the recipient's organization; is consistent with reasonable marketplace customs; and will not adversely impact the

reputation of this company.

• Employees involved in procurement decisions may not accept anything valuable from suppliers.

• Suppliers must check to be sure that gifts are allowed before giving to employees.

• If employees accept gifts from suppliers, this can adversely impact the company's reputation.

• It is important to maintain good business relationships with suppliers.

• Gifts a re not consistent with reasonable market place customs.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Elena has just been hired and received the memo below. What should she do?

November 1-30 is open enrollment for insurance. If you have not previously enrolled, or if you wish to make any changes to your policy, please speak to HR by November 28 so that we can make any necessary adjustments. If you do not wish to make any changes, no action is necessary.

• No action necessary

• Fill out forms by November 28

• Read the policy to make changes

• Speak to HR to enroll

• Make a list of necessary adjustments

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the deadline for turning in vacation requests, according to the following excerpt?

All employees who plan on using vacation time between December 20 and January 4: please submit your requests ASAP. Because many of you want to use PTO during this window, we need to plan ahead, so please be sure to turn in requests by December 3. Any requests received after this may not be honored.

• December 3

• December 14

• December 19

• December 20

• January 4

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Identify what "casual business wear" means in the following context:

We need to continue to present a professional image toward clients and the public. It is important that employees use their best judgment in dressing appropriately. Employees who prefer to dress more formally should feel free to do so. Casual business wear encompasses many looks but it really means casual clothing that is appropriate for a professional office environment . It is clothing that allows you to be comfortable at work yet always look neat and professional. We ask that you consider each day's activities when determining what to wear (i.e., will you be meeting with a client in our office or at their office site; will you be attending a business luncheon, etc. .

• It allows you to be comfortable at work yet neat.

• It is casual clothing that is appropriate for a professional office environment.

• It is appropriate for the day's activities.

• It is appropriate for meetings or business luncheons.

• It is determined by the employee's best judgment.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Identify the main idea:

Mark your calendars for December 12! Our annual Christmas party will be held at 6:30pm at The Homesteader. Please bring a small gift ($10 or less) for the gift exchange. RSVP to Elaine by December 3 and let her know if you'll be bringing a significant other. Festive dress is encouraged but not required. Come relax and enjoy some downtime with the team!

• Employees should come to The Homesteader at 6:30pm.

• The company's annual Christmas party is on December 12.

• RSVP for the Christmas party by December 3.

• Bring a small gift to the Christmas party.

• Bring your significant other to the Christ mas party.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What two things might an employee bring to the

Christmas party?

Mark your calendars for December 12! Our annual Christmas party will be held at 6:30pm at The Homesteader. Please bring a small gift ($10 or less) for the gift exchange. RSVP to Elaine by December 3 and let her know if you'll be bringing a significant other. Festive dress is encouraged but not required. Come relax and enjoy some downtime with the team!

• A small gift and festive clothing

• A calendar and a small gift

• The invitation and festive clothing

• A small gift and the invitation

• A small gift and a significant other

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

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When and where is the party?

Mark your calendars for December 12! Our annual Christmas party will be held at 6:30pm at The Homesteader. Please bring a small gift ($10 or less) for the gift exchange. RSVP to Elaine by December 3 and let her know if you'll be bringing a significant other. Festive dress is encouraged but not required. Come relax and enjoy some downtime with the team!

• December 12 at 6:30pm

• December 3 at 6:30 pm

• December 3 at The Homesteader, 6:30pm

• December 12 at the Homesteader, 6:30pm

• 6:30pm at the Homesteader

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Identify the main idea:

Thanks to all for being on the call today. Per the client' s request, please work on the revisions to Phase 1 of the project We plan to meet again next Wednesday so please finalize your segment by Tuesday. If you have any questions, please contact your supervisor. Thank you for your hard work.

• Employees should finalize their portions of the project by Tuesday.

• Employees should work on the client's requested project revisions.

• Employees should prepare for next Wednesday's meeting.

• Phase 1 of the project must be finished by Wednesday.

• Employees should work with their supervisors to finish their projects.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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From the excerpt below, why does each segment of the project need to be finalized by Tuesday?

Thanks to all for being on the call today. Per the client' s request, please work on the revisions to Phase 1 of the project. We plan to meet again next Wednesday so please finalize your segment by Tuesday. If you have any questions, please contact your supervisor. Thank you for your hard work.

• Because today's call required it

• Because the client requested it

• So that Phase 1 can be completed

• In preparation for the meeting on Wednesday

• So that Phase 2 can begin

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2