Education Requirements for Jobs, 2018

According to the "Education Requirements for Jobs, 2018" chart, what percentage of jobs required a high school diploma?

• 12%

• 17%

• 28%

• 23%

What is the least percentage of educational attainment required for jobs in 2018 as shown in the chart?

• Some college

• Less than high school

• Graduate degree

• Associate's degree

Which educational qualification is required by 23% of the jobs according to the 2018 data?

• Bachelor's degree

• Associate's degree

• High school graduate

• Some college

Over the course of his or her lifetime, approximately how much less does a high school dropout earn compared to a high school graduate?

• A) $100,000

• B) $260,000

• C) $500,000

• D) $1,000,000

How much higher is the unemployment rate for individuals without a high school diploma compared to those with a college degree?

• A) 2 times higher

• B) 3.25 times higher

• C) 5 times higher

• D) 1.5 times higher

What type of diploma prepares students for unskilled jobs according to the chart?

• General Diploma

• Core 40 Diploma

• Core 40 Diploma with Technical Honors

• Core 40 Diploma with Academic Honors

Which diploma is suitable for students aiming to attend almost all 4-year colleges?

• General Diploma

• Core 40 Diploma

• Core 40 Diploma with Technical Honors

• Core 40 Diploma with Academic Honors

What additional qualification does the Core 40 Diploma with Technical Honors prepare students for?

• Unskilled Jobs

• Some 4-yr colleges

• Other postsecondary opportunities

• None of the above

Under what condition can students not earn the general diploma, as mentioned in the note?

• If they do not meet academic standards

• If their parents have not conferenced with school officials

• If they choose to attend technical schools

• If they fail to complete required courses

What is a credit in the context of graduation requirements?

• A) A type of course

• B) A form of school currency

• C) Units needed for graduation

• D) A special award