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WorksheetsPCC Final Exam Review
Total questions: 96
Worksheet time: 48mins
Jordan wants to fix a problem with their homework routine. Which IDEAL step should they do first?
Evaluate possible solutions
Identify the problem
Act on a plan
Look back and learn
Sarah wants to improve her math grade. Which goal is a SMART goal?
“I want to get better at math someday.”
“I will study algebra for 30 minutes each day this week to raise my test grade by 5 points.”
“I want to be good at math.”
“I will try to study more.”
Which type of motivation comes from personal satisfaction or interest, rather than a reward or external pressure?
Punitive motivation
Intrinsic motivation
Extrinsic motivation
Reward-only motivation
Mia uses a timer to study in short bursts: 25 minutes on, 5 minutes off. What is this method called?
Pomodoro Technique
Spaced Practice
Mind Mapping
Highlighting
Liam is writing an essay and wants to clearly state the main argument. What should he write?
Conclusion
Thesis statement
Topic sentence
Supporting detail
Which study strategy involves mixing different topics or types of problems in one study session to improve learning?
Rereading
Cramming
Interleaving
Highlighting
Alex is studying for an exam and uses techniques like organizing information, making connections, and self-testing. Which of the following is not a cognitive learning strategy?
Rehearsal
Summarization
Multitasking
Elaboration
Which effect of physical activity can help students perform better in their studies?
Enhances muscle strength
Boosts concentration and learning ability
Increases joint mobility
Encourages participation in group games
What is the recommended amount of weekly physical activity to support brain health?
45 minutes once a week
150 minutes per week
90 minutes per month
250 minutes per week
After receiving your monthly bank statement, what should you do to ensure your records are accurate?
Throw it away immediately
Review the statement and reconcile with your records
Ignore the statement and continue as usual
Compare it with your credit card statement
Elijah is preparing for his final exams and wants to improve his concentration. Which of the following is a good example of a personal focus strategy?
Turning off notifications while studying
Listening to loud music
Multitasking with TV
Checking social media often
Which note-taking strategy uses diagrams with circles and connecting lines to represent related concepts?
Cornell Notes
Outline
Mind Mapping
Highlighting
Zoe is about to take an important exam and starts feeling very anxious. What is a potential downside of her test anxiety?
Better memory
Impaired focus and performance
Improved time management
Increased motivation
What is the primary purpose of maintaining a check register?
To record all transactions in a bank account
To keep track of credit card balances
To calculate interest earned
To schedule automatic payments
Which piece of information is typically required to verify your identity when you open a bank account?
Social Security Number
Favorite food
Middle name only
Library card
What is a key characteristic of someone with a growth mindset?
They believe effort leads to improvement
They think abilities are set at birth
They avoid learning new things
They rely only on natural talent
Emma is preparing for her final exams and wants to remember the material for a long time. Which strategy should she use to best help with long-term memory?
Cramming
Repetition and elaboration
Highlighting only
Multitasking
What is a key advantage of applying elaboration techniques during study sessions?
Learning by rote memorization
Enhancing understanding through linking ideas
Reducing study time by skipping material
Focusing only on easy concepts
Which sentence provides a clear, concrete example in writing?
“People often read books.”
“Maria finished reading three novels last week.”
“Reading is important.”
“Some students enjoy literature.”
FAFSA stands for:
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Federal Application for Student Assistance
Financial Aid for Students Application
Federal Aid Student Form
What does "net price" tell you when comparing colleges?
The actual amount you owe after subtracting financial aid
The cost before financial aid
What your friends paid
Only the dorm and meal plan cost
David wants to earn money while learning a trade after high school. Which postsecondary option should he consider?
Internship
Apprenticeship
Community College
Online Course
Which exam is used by the military to assess skills for job assignments?
PSAT
ASVAB
MCAT
LSAT
Aiden is applying to college and is exploring different ways to pay for his education. Which of the following is a type of financial aid he does NOT have to repay?
Scholarship
Student loan
Credit card
Work-study
Hannah is deciding where to continue her education after high school. She is considering attending a community college. What is one benefit she might experience by choosing this option?
Lower cost than 4-year colleges
Only offers online classes
Guarantees a high-paying job
No transfer options
Sophia is filling out her college financial aid application. She comes across the term 'EFC'. What does EFC stand for?
Expected Family Contribution
Estimated Financial Cost
Education Funding Calculation
Extra Federal Credit
During a national emergency, Harper is assigned to a team responsible for defending the country's borders and conducting land-based operations. Which military branch is Harper most likely a part of?
Navy
Air Force
Army
Coast Guard
Abigail is considering enrolling in a 2-year degree program at her local college. What is this type of degree also called?
Bachelor’s
Associate’s
Master’s
Diploma
Jackson is attending college and works part-time in his field of study to gain experience. What is this called?
Internship
Shadowing
Apprenticeship
Job shadow
Which programs are considered advanced professional degrees that prepare someone for specialized careers? (Select all that apply)
Law Degree (JD)
Medical Degree (MD)
Community College Certificate
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Priya is considering taking out a student loan to help pay for her college tuition. Which of the following is true about student loans?
They must be paid back with interest
They are grants
Only available to college seniors
No application is needed
Luna is exploring ways to manage her college expenses. She learns about work-study programs offered by her school. What is the benefit of work-study?
Helps pay for school while gaining experience
No need to work
Guaranteed scholarship
Reduces tuition automatically
What is the official notification from a college that details your financial aid package?
FAFSA
Award Letter
Transcript
Enrollment Form
Which type of degree is commonly required for most entry-level professional careers and typically takes about four years to earn?
Associate’s
Bachelor’s
Certificate
Diploma
The National Guard is a part of which two military forces?
Space and Air Force
Army and Navy
Army and Air Force
Coast Guard and Navy
Zoe is researching colleges and wants to attend an institution that is usually nonprofit and may receive state funding. Which type of institution should Zoe consider?
Proprietary School
Public College
Private For-profit
Trade School
An important feature of a proprietary (for-profit) school is:
Focuses on generating profit for owners and investors
Operated by the state government as a nonprofit
Requires all students to live on campus
Offers only four-year bachelor’s programs
If someone doesn’t attend a postsecondary program right away, which option can still help them gain useful work experience?
Starting college anyway
Skip work entirely
Taking a gap year job
Retake high school classes
Which tool helps you find out the true cost of college after grants and aid are applied?
College Navigator
FAFSA
Net Price Calculator
Budget app
Ava wants to learn how much different careers pay and whether they’re growing or declining. Which government website should she use?
OOH (Occupational Outlook Handbook)
Indeed
Monster
A work value refers to...
Rules set by a company
A specific resume format
A belief you have about what matters most in a job
How much money you get paid
Maria is thinking about becoming a veterinarian. Why should she research this career before committing to it?
To skip internships or training
Guaranteed job
To avoid surprises and make informed decisions
To get free tuition
Indeed is a website used to __________.
Watch TV Shows
Calculate Mortgage Payment
Search interview questions
Search for job and career opportunities
Liam is researching careers using the Occupational Outlook Handbook and sees that a particular job has an “excellent” job outlook. What does this mean?
There are no job openings
There is a high demand for the job and strong growth opportunities.
Requires no education
Very low pay
Jordan enjoys making a positive impact and helping people solve problems. Which type of career would likely be the best fit for them?
Nurse
Accountant
Software developer
Graphic Designer
SMART goals include which of the following?
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
Simple, Meaningful, Available, Realistic, Timely
Short, Measured, Active, Real, Testable
Specific, Motivating, Applicable, Responsible, Timed
Knowing your personality type can help you choose a career that ________.
Matches your strengths and interests
Guarantees a high salary
Determines your hobbies
Tells you exactly what to wear to work
A goal that takes years to achieve, like ________, is considered a long-term goal.
Graduate college
Study for 30 minutes tonight
Complete homework
Buy lunch
Emma is deciding between two job offers. One pays slightly more in salary, but the other offers health insurance and other benefits. Why should she consider the benefits when making her decision?
Because total compensation—including benefits—is important, not just salary
Because benefits are optional
Because benefits do not matter
Because only salary matters
Jordan is exploring potential careers and wants to make a good choice. Why is it important for Jordan to understand the job tasks and work environment before selecting a career?
To make sure the career fits their skills and preferences
It doesn't matter
Only salary matters
To impress friends
The first section that should appear on a high school résumé is __________.
Skills
Summary
Experience
References
Jada is finishing her résumé and wants to fill out the “Skills” section. Which type of skill should she include?
Personal and professional skills, such as teamwork or communication
Hobbies
Favorite movies
Pets
Alex is writing his résumé and decides to use bullet points under each job or experience. Why is this helpful?
To clearly describe his responsibilities and accomplishments
To include pictures
To fill up space
To confuse employers
When creating her résumé, Maria wants her bullet points to clearly show what she accomplished. What is the correct format for a résumé bullet point?
Complete sentence with subject
Start with an action verb, describe the task, and include the result
Just a list of nouns
Written as question
Sofia is submitting her job application and wants to introduce herself to the hiring manager. Which document does this?
Résumé summary
Cover letter
A list of references
A diploma
When reviewing her résumé, Emma wants to make sure it’s professional and effective. Which phrase should she avoid using?
References available upon request
Hard worker
Developed skills in…
Assisted with…
Sophie is applying for a summer job and is asked to provide references. Why are references important?
They confirm your skills and character
They just fill up space on your application
They aren’t necessary
They replace actual work experience
Liam is applying for a part-time job and needs to provide references. Who would be the most appropriate choice to serve as a professional reference?
Teacher or previous employer
Friend
Family member
Classmate
After finishing her interview, Mia wants to leave a good impression and show professionalism. What is the best way for her to follow up?
Wait a month before contacting the employer
Send a thank-you email within 24 hours
Call the employer daily
Post about it on social media
Alex is preparing for a job interview and learns about the STAR method. What does the STAR method help with?
Answering behavioral interview questions
Searching for a job online
Writing a résumé
Picking references
During an interview, the manager asks, “Tell me about a time you worked on a team project and faced a challenge.” This is an example of a…
Behavioral interview question
Question about your favorite color
A yes/no question
A math problem
Jordan is getting ready for an in-person job interview and wants to make sure they bring the right materials. What should Jordan take with them?
A copy of their résumé, a list of references, a pen, and a notebook
A bag of snacks
Only your ID
Just a laptop
Logan just finished an interview and realizes he made several mistakes. Which of the following are common interview mistakes he may have made? (Select all that apply)
Showing up after the scheduled time
Wearing clothes that aren’t professional or appropriate for the workplace
Not learning anything about the company beforehand
Asking thoughtful questions about the job
Ava has a job interview next week and wants to make a great impression. What is the most effective way for her to get ready?
Practice common interview questions, learn about the company, and choose professional clothing
Do nothing and hope for the best
Only memorize a list of questions
Arrive in casual clothes without preparing
Anika goes to a career fair and interacts with professionals to build relationships. What is she doing?
Networking
Posting on social media
Building her resume
Avoiding people
Tyler is starting to look for internships and wants to join an online platform where professionals connect, share job opportunities, and build career networks. Which platform should he use?
TikTok
Mia is updating her resume to apply for a new job. Which of the following should she NOT include?
Personal phone number
Work experience
Hobbies irrelevant to job
Education
Evelyn is at a networking event and someone asks her, "Can you quickly tell me what you do?" What should Evelyn give as her response?
A 30-second elevator pitch of her skills and experience
A long essay about her life
Her resume
Her cover letter
Kai has an important interview for a new job. What should he wear to the interview?
Casual clothes
Professional attire
Pajamas
Athletic wear
Maria wants to make her LinkedIn profile look more professional so employers will notice her. Which action would help her the most?
Post jokes and memes
Highlight her achievements and skills on her profile
Sending random connection request to strangers
Never posting anything
Jordan earns $1,800 a month at their job. After taxes and deductions, the amount that actually goes into Jordan’s bank account is $1,450. What is the $1,450 called?
Gross income
Net income
Take-home pay
Revenue
Benjamin wants to manage his money better. What is the main reason he should create a personal budget?
Track income and expenses
Avoid work
Save without planning
Only track spending
Benjamin is planning his monthly budget. Which is an example of a fixed expense?
Rent
Groceries
Entertainment
Gas
Compound interest is best described as…
Interest earned only on the original amount
Interest earned on both the starting amount and the interest already added
Extra charges from a bank
A fee for missing a loan payment
Mia wants to quickly access some money for an emergency. Which of these is a liquid asset she can use?
Student Loans
Savings account
Car
Furniture
Emma is applying for a loan, and the bank wants to check her FICO score. What is the bank trying to measure?
Creditworthiness
Income
Taxes
Savings
Ava wants a safe place to keep her money and easily pay for things like groceries and bills. What is the purpose of a checking account for her?
Store and manage daily money
Earn high interest
Buy stocks
Avoid banking
Kai is worried about accidentally spending more money than he has in his bank account. What does overdraft protection do for him?
Charges fees for every transaction
Prevents account from going negative
Stops deposits
Increases interest
Abigail wants to deposit money into her checking account at the bank. Which document should she use?
Check
Credit card
Statement
ID
Charlotte receives her monthly bank statement and wants to make sure her own records match what the bank shows. Why is it important for Charlotte to reconcile her checking account?
To ensure records match the bank statement
To avoid using money
To impress friends
To increase interest
Maya is worried about unexpected events like accidents or illness that could cost her a lot of money. What can help her protect against financial loss?
Insurance
Earn money
Save taxes
Avoid budgeting
Charlotte is renting an apartment and wants to protect her belongings in case of theft or damage. What does renters insurance typically cover?
Building structure only
Personal belongings
Taxes
Utilities
Maya slipped on the stairs and broke her arm. Which insurance helps pay her medical bills from this accident?
Life insurance
Health insurance
Car insurance
Homeowners insurance
Collision insurance is…
Insurance that covers damage to other people’s cars
Insurance that covers weather-related damage
Insurance that covers damage to your own car when you crash it
Insurance for accidents caused by uninsured drivers
After getting into a minor car accident, Jordan must pay $500 out of pocket before his insurance starts paying. What is this $500 called?
Deductible
Co-pay
Total bill
Premium
Which type of insurance provides lifelong coverage and accumulates cash value?
Term life insurance
Whole life insurance
Liability insurance
Temporary insurance
Scarlett has purchased a life insurance policy. In the event of her passing, the insurance company will pay a certain individual the insurance money. Who is this individual?
A bank account
The beneficiary
An insurance agent
Her grandparents
Which retirement account grows tax-free and is ideal for teens with income?
401(k)
Roth IRA
Traditional IRA
Which action should you take first when creating a retirement plan?
Begin saving early, even with small amounts
Spend all your income
Purchase luxury items
Rely solely on inheritance
Rohan is a college student who wants to start planning for his future. What is a good way for him to begin saving for retirement while still in school?
Open a Roth IRA
Take a loan
Buy a car
Ignore budgeting
What is the opportunity cost of spending money instead of saving it?
Potential future savings
Immediate satisfaction
Tax deduction
Monthly expenses
Benjamin's car suddenly broke down and needs expensive repairs. Why is it important for Benjamin to have an emergency fund?
To cover unexpected expenses
To pay off friends
To invest in stocks only
To avoid budgeting
Which aspect is considered by insurance companies when determining your car insurance premium?
Driving history
Eye color
Favorite food
Shoe size
Which of the following is considered a fixed monthly expense?
Electricity bill
Car insurance premium
Grocery shopping
Dining out
Why might a student choose a proprietary (for-profit) school?
They want a traditional four-year college experience
They are looking for a quick certification
Tuition is always lower than public colleges
Admission is based on GPA only
Which section should be first on a resume?
Summary
Experience
Skills
Education
