Why Are Some Employers Suspicious of Functional Résumés

question 125

Multiple Choice

Why are some employers suspicious of functional résumés?

• A)The résumé tends to focus more on the job than on the skills
• B)The résumé focuses on supporting skills claims instead of the skills
• C)Employers have to spend too much time reading them to determine what a candidate can do
• D)Employers want to see the names of the organization
• E)The résumé can obscure a candidate's work history

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Definitions:

Social Learning Theory

A theory that posits people learn from one another, via observation, imitation, and modeling, emphasizing the importance of observing and modeling the behaviors, attitudes, and emotional reactions of others.

Internal Determinants

Factors within an individual, such as beliefs, values, and attitudes, that influence behavior and decision-making.

External Causes

Factors outside of an individual's control that influence events, actions, or outcomes.

Behavior Potential

The likelihood that a particular behavior will occur in a specific situation, influenced by the individual's skills, motivations, and environmental factors.