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justinmsk

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Applicant tracking systems use keyword filters to
 
  A) look for inconsistencies on the rsum.
  B) look for information on the rsum that may be inaccurate or dishonest.
  C) determine the number of openings in an organization at a given point in time.
  D) rank desirability of incoming rsums for current openings.
  E) track date of receipt for rsums sent through online systems.

Question 2

In the experience section of the rsum, the focus should be on
 
  A) responsibilities of the job.
  B) abilities developed in coursework.
  C) training sponsored by businesses.
  D) high school or military training.
  E) what you accomplished in each position.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: D
Explanation: D) With the rise of automated applicant tracking systems, which attempt to analyze the content of rsums in order to find good matches with company job descriptions, aligning your language to the employer's will help you get past the keyword filters these systems use to rank incoming rsums.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: E
Explanation: E) Use keywords to call attention to the skills you've developed on the job and to your ability to handle responsibility. Emphasize what you accomplished in each position, not just the generic responsibilities of the job.



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