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WorksheetsBusiness Essentials Final Exam Review part 2
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
Which is usually the quickest way that businesses can obtain information
about unknown potential new vendors that are located in other parts of
the country?
by searching the web
by sending an e-mail
by faxing a request
by phoning an agent
Which demonstrates the correct method to ensure that all words in a
phrase are included in a web search?
Discipline is the most important part of success)
[There is no tree that the wind has not shaken]
'To be or not to be'
"Confidence in itself is the secret of success"
The set of computer programs that manages the hardware and software
of a computer is the:
electronic resource.
digital connection.
transfer protocol.
operating system.
Computer database programs make it easier for businesses to manage:
customers' buying habits.
problem-solving skills.
Internet search engines.
large amounts of related data.
Which is a standard capability of spreadsheet software?
to graph data
to create slides
to prepare text
to manage files
Which is the most efficient tool for gathering the external information
that businesses need?
library
Internet
software
textbooks
When e-mailing large files or documents to coworkers or customers, a
businessperson sends them:
in codes
as attachments
in text boxes
as reply messages
Why do many businesses expect their employees to do their jobs
according to strict guidelines?
to develop an enthusiastic attitude
to exhibit loyal behavior
to create a safe environment
to show an interest in work
When Delores is finding solutions for obstacles at her job, she is:
decision-making.
inventing.
innovating.
problem-solving.
For a job seeker to find the most satisfactory job, he/she needs to:
consider salary or wages top priority.
identify his/her own goals and skills.
interview with several large companies.
seek a job with advancement possibilities.
A paradigm innovation occurs when:
major shifts in thinking cause change.
processes are being improved to generate benefits.
he product is marketed in a different way.
there are improvements on the product.
People who understand themselves and their unique skills and abilities
usually are able to choose appropriate:
talents.
friends.
traits.
careers.
If three employees have the same level of ability and competence, whatfactor might a business use to decide which one to promote?
age
gender
seniority
tenure
Which is an internal factor that might influence a business owner's
decision making?
opinions of others
competitors' activities
comfort with risk
market share
Is it appropriate for job applicants to ask the business to let them know
when it makes a decision about filling a job?
included in a follow-up letter.
Yes, this should be the applicants' first question.
No, the business should not give out this information.
No, the business will notify them without being asked.
Yes, this request can be included in a follow-up letter.
Doug is 18 years old and has decided to run for president when he turns
35. He has set which type of goal?
long-term
short-term
unattainable
unrealistic
Which is a guideline for writing a job application letter?
Be brief and to the point.
Provide as much information as possible.
Mention other prospects.
Include a list of references in the letter.
What type of information is acceptable to leave out of a job application?
salary requirements
educational background
personal data
professional experience
Accessing the websites of businesses and professional organizations is one way to obtain:
interview appointments.
job applications.
work experience.
career information.
Which is the best source of information about job leads?
family & friends
Occupational Outlook Handbook
business advisors
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Most businesses expect their employees to show an interest in the
company by being:
emotional.
aggressive.
cooperative.
impulsive.
Job interviewers often say to job applicants, "Tell me about yourself." The
purpose of this request is to:
test the applicant's communication skills.
test the applicant's honesty and integrity.
find out about the applicant's personal life.
uncover job-related problems the applicant has.
The Anderson Convenience Store charged a customer with trying to cash
a bad check and with using an expired credit card. The customer was
engaged in what type of fraud?
point-of-sale
price-ticket switching
short-change
internal theft
One procedure that businesses often establish to protect company
information from computer crime is to require the use of:
search engines.
security cameras.
virus detectors.
virtual software
Maintaining an inventory of supplies helps a business to:
establish sales goals.
operate efficiently.
locate vendors.
evaluate processes
