Chapter 1 Key-Terms

What is the term for forms of electronic communication, such as websites, through which users create online communities to share information?

• Data mining

• Social media

• Data warehousing

• Service job

What is the arrangement of data into useful patterns or relationships called?

• Data mining

• Information

• Retraining

• Upgrading

What term describes facts, numbers, or text that can be processed on a computer?

• Data

• Rewards card

• Lifelong learning

• Downsizing

What is a data mining system that gathers and stores information electronically about purchases and grants points (or rewards) that can be redeemed?

• Social media

• Rewards card

• Service job

• Downsizing

What term describes actively seeking new knowledge, skills, and experiences that will add to your professional and personal growth throughout your life?

• Retraining

• Upgrading

• Lifelong learning

• Downsizing

What is an economic event whereby jobs are eliminated because company revenues are falling while costs are rising?

• Retraining

• Upgrading

• Lifelong learning

• Downsizing

What is a form that asks questions to be sure you are qualified for a job opening?

• Job interview

• Job application

• Self-assessment inventory

• Follow-up

Who are people who have known you for at least a year and can provide information about your skills, character, and achievements?

• Employers

• Friends

• References

• Colleagues

What is a statement attesting to your character, abilities, and experience, written by someone who can be relied upon to give a sincere report?

• Resume

• Reference letter

• Job application

• Transcripts

What is a goal you expect to reach in a few days or weeks?

• Long-term goal

• Intermediate goal

• Short-term goal

• Career goal