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WorksheetsPrinciples of Business mid-term part 1
Total questions: 54
Worksheet time: 20mins
Which of the following is NOT effective workplace communication?
Using clear and concise language
Listening carefully
Encouraging feedback
Sending long emails with slang
Which of the following describes verbal communication?
Conveying information through spoken words
Dressing appropriately
Values and standards
Working effectively with others
Verbal communication will enhance which of the following?
Breaking new ground
Clarity of understanding
Interruptions from coworkers
Creating problems
Compliance refers to the commitment of organizations and their employees to follow laws, regulations, industry standards and ethical principles relevant to their operations.
True
False
Which of the following includes punctuality, the ability to complete tasks and fulfill obligations in a timely manner?
Certifications
Passive listening
Time management
Speech
Which of the following is considered more appropriate when describing detail?
Verbal communication
Written communication
Passive communication
Leadership communication
Which of the following demonstrates professionalism?
Dress
Gossiping about coworkers
Passive listening
Using emojis
Risk mitigation compliance may include which of the following?
Preventing legal violations
Positive work behaviors and personal qualities which make individuals more likely to gain employment and succeed in their chosen career
Arriving at work on-time and successfully completing the tasks assigned
Recognizing the questions which relate to goals, purpose and needs
Select all of the following advantages to scheduling.
Higher levels of creativity
Managing time
Meeting deadlines
Optimizing work
Which of the following is NOT effective written communication?
Uses correct spelling, grammar and tone
Is to the point and avoids unnecessary repetition or long, rambling sentences
Avoids slang, offensive language and discriminatory, racist or sexist language
Brainstorming
Rosa implemented workplace competencies by prioritizing, setting goals and avoiding procrastination. Which of the following employability skills did Maria showcase?
Communication
Compliance
Professionalism
Time management
Select all of the following choices which display proper email formatting.
Body of the email
Greeting
Neck of the email
Signature
Subject line
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of delegation?
Reduced workload
Less efficient
Enhanced productivity
Increased time for task
Tosha always works on tasks with the highest priority, sets aside time for planning and scheduling and finishes projects within the deadline. Tosha’s actions are all components of which of the following?
Employee advancement
Effective communication
Work-life balance
Time management
Risk mitigation compliance is based on honesty, transparency and trustworthiness.
True
False
Paula thought about a career in entrepreneurship, but she has become aware of the long hours and stressful situations which may likely be involved. Since she needs to be available for her family, she is reconsidering the entrepreneurship career path. Which of the following factors is Paula keeping in consideration?
Work environment
Work-life balance
Benefits
Job outlook
Services or rights provided by employers in addition to wages or salary are known as which of the following?
Bonuses
Job security
Benefits
Pay
The extent to which an assessment measures what it claims to measure is known as which of the following?
Credibility
Validity
Solidity
Reliability
Choosing a career path requires awareness of personal skills, values and interests.
True
False
Select all of the following topics which a participant must rank according to their likes and dislikes while completing a Strong Interest Inventory® career assessment.
Activities
Occupations
School subjects
Sports teams
Which of the following is NOT one of the tips in the presentation for taking career assessments?
Answer honestly
Take questions seriously
Talk to parents, teachers and friends about the results
Consider desired traits
The ‘M’ in SMART goals stands for which of the following words?
Medium
Modern
Measurable
Mitigation
Select all of the following choices which are advantages of career planning.
Explores different career paths
Helps set achievable goals
Helps gather information
Limits opportunities
Which of the following career clusters does the role of administrative services manager include?
Finance
Business Management and Administration
Education
Marketing
Which of the following is NOT a key benefit of setting goals?
Increased confusion in the action plan
Enhanced motivation
Improved focus
The ability to measure progress
Select all of the following skills which are needed in a career in finance.
Attention to detail
Being analytical
Effective communication
Mathematical proficiency
Social media skills
Which of the following are skills needed for a career in business administration?
Expertise in landscape architecture
Advanced knowledge of marine biology
Proficiency in graphic design software
Strong leadership and organizational abilities
Career testing is a process of self-assessment to help individuals understand how personal attributes may affect their success and satisfaction with a variety of career options.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT an example of a talent?
Proficient problem-solving skills
Exceptional artistic abilities
Fluency in multiple languages
Inability to work effectively in a team
Why is it essential for high school students to engage in career planning?
To memorize a list of potential professions
To develop effective time management skills
To make informed choices about their future careers
To showcase their academic achievements
According to the presentation, which of the following is an important time period in the history of management?
Independent war
Industrial Revolution
World War I
World War II
Opportunities for which of the following areas are expected to increase in the next few years?
Business information technology
Operations management
Human resources management
Administrative support
Which of the following types of managers tends to focus on the organization as a whole and are concerned mainly with long-term planning?
Lower level managers
Middle level managers
Top level managers
First line managers
Which of the following is an example position in the General Management Pathway?
Business intelligence analyst
Director of market intelligence
Small business owner
Labor relations specialist
Which of the following is NOT one of the traits the presentation suggested a person should have if they want to have a career in the General Management Pathway?
Flexible
Adaptable
Highly confident
Good at mathematics
Which of the following careers is part of the Business Information Pathway?
Data warehousing specialist
Recruiter
Development and training specialist
Warehouse manager
Which of the following is NOT a typical task in the Business Information Pathway?
Updating database information
Using data to resolve operational problems
Building databases
Transporting goods
Which of the following is NOT a position in the Human Resources Pathway?
Development and training specialist
Compensation and benefits manager
Teller
Recruiter
Andy enjoys gathering financial information, managing databases and analyzing data. Some of his key skills include mathematics skills, critical thinking skills and problem-solving skills. According to the presentation, which pathway might be a good fit for him?
General Management pathway
Business Information pathway
Human Resources pathway
Operations Management pathway
Professionals in the Operations Management Pathway are NOT responsible for which of the following?
Storing products
Transporting goods
Planning training and orientation
Inventory control
Where was the first bank established?
Europe
Asia
China
Middle East
In what year was the New York Stock Exchange created?
1790
1791
1792
1793
Which of the following explains why insurance was created?
To keep a record of payments and who owns capital
Provide a means of investing in business
To help producers sell and trade raw goods
In order to eliminate or minimize risks associated with business transactions
Which of the following is NOT a pathway in the Finance Career Cluster?
Accounting
Insurance
Banking Services
Stocks and Bonds Services
Which of the following is NOT a career in the Insurance Pathway?
Agents
Traders
Brokers
Underwriters
Which of the following is a key benefit of effective written communication in the workplace?
Encourages gossip
Reduces misunderstandings
Promotes disorganization
Increases errors
Which of the following is NOT considered an employability skill?
Time management
Teamwork
Punctuality
Procrastination
What does the 'A' in SMART goals stand for?
Accurate
Active
Advanced
Achievable
Which of the following is a key responsibility of a manager in the Operations Management pathway?
Designing marketing campaigns
Overseeing daily business activities
Providing legal advice
Developing software applications
Which of the following best describes the purpose of setting SMART goals in a professional environment?
To encourage procrastination
To provide a clear framework for achieving objectives
To ensure goals are vague and flexible
To avoid measuring progress
Which of the following is NOT considered a benefit provided by employers?
Health insurance
Paid vacation
Flexible work hours
Personal hobbies
Which of the following is an example of effective workplace communication?
Ignoring feedback from colleagues
Using clear and respectful language
Sending incomplete information
Using jargon that others may not understand
Which pathway would be most suitable for someone interested in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring employees?
Business Information pathway
Operations Management pathway
Finance pathway
Human Resources pathway
Which of the following is a characteristic of professionalism in the workplace?
Maintaining a positive attitude
Using informal language in reports
Ignoring company policies
Arriving late to meetings
