Career & Financial Literacy Final Review

A salary is paid no matter how many hours you work whereas an hourly rate is paid only for the time on your job.

• True

• False

Which is an example of an effective study skill?

• Re-reading a chapter in a textbook

• Reading over notes

• Getting to bed early.

• Making notecards and quizzing yourself.

Thinking about how much time to spend on each task, and in what order they should be done is a time management skill

• True

• False

As you apply to college, when should you apply for financial aid?

• After you know you have been accepted by a school.

• Before you actually apply to the school. It shows real interest.

• When you apply to the college.

• After you enroll and start your classes.

Changing your major or focus of study in college is common. What may happen if you change your major in college?

• You may need to take additional courses during a summer semester.

• You will have to start college over again.

• You will not be able to play any sports since your major has changed.

• You will have to live with first year students again.

What research will help prepare you before you apply for a job?

• Informational interviews on the position and research the company.

• Research on the subjects you need to study.

• Interviewing friends to know if the position is a good fit for you.

• Researching the salary for that job.

How should resumes and cover letters be written to help you obtain a job that meets your career goals?

• They should list your hobbies.

• hey should include why you left your previous job.

• Should list your accomplishments & how ur skills meet the needs of the job.

• They should list any teachers who will give you a good reference.

A resume and cover letter help secure interviews. What can help secure a job offer?

• A text to show gratitude that you were given an interview

• A thank you letter after the interview.

• A posting on social media about how great the interview went.

• A written summary of the interview

Which of these is an example of a college student practicing effective problem solving techniques?

• Dealing with roommate conflicts by avoiding the roommate

• Paying for activity fees in college with a credit card.

• Dealing with feelings of loneliness by going out with classmates to drink.

• Seeking out academic support at the student center before a report is due

What do college students need to spend more time doing in order to meet long-term academic goals?

• Staying in contact with friends and family

• Organizing materials for all classes

• Taking time to relax and rejuvenate

• Planning for study time outside of class