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khang

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on: Jun 23, 2018
If you receive a job offer while other offers are still pending, which of the following would be least appropriate when asking for a time extension?
 
  A) Explain your continued interest in the job
  B) Provide specific reasons why you need more time to reach a decision
  C) Ask for more time to consider the offer
  D) Assure the reader you will respond by a specific date
  E) Explain why the pending offer is more intriguing

Question 2

When you receive a job offer you want to accept, how soon should you reply?
 
  A) Immediate
  B) By the close of business the day the offer was made
  C) Within 48 hours
  D) Within 3 days
  E) Within 5 days


leannegxo

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Reply #1 on: Jun 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: E
Explanation: E) If you receive a job offer while other interviews are still pending, you can ask the employer for a time extension. Open with a strong statement of your continued interest in the job, ask for more time to consider the offer, provide specific reasons for the request, and assure the reader that you will respond by a specific date.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: E
Explanation: E) When you receive a job offer you want to accept, reply within five days. Begin by accepting the position and expressing thanks. Identify the job you're accepting. In the next paragraph, cover any necessary details. Conclude by saying that you look forward to reporting for work.


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