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If you are developing a resume, when should you include an activities or

awards section?
a. when the activity or award makes you appear qualified, even if it
doesn't relate to the job.
b. when it pertains to the job you're applying for.
c. whenever you want a competitive edge on other applicants.
d. you should never include an activities or award section on a
resume.

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Answer:

b. when it pertains to the job you're applying for.

Step-by-step explanation:

A resume is usually a page long description of previous jobs you've worked at, information about your previous employers, what your job was, and any achievements or awards you've gotten. People create these to give to interviewers so interviewers have some knowledge about what the interviewee previously did for work to determine if they're right for a job.

A is incorrect because if you add an activity or award that makes you qualified, but it doesn't relate to the job, it won't benefit or help you in getting the job. By adding something that could benefit you but it doesn't apply to the job, you are not gaining any advantage or convincing the interviewer that you are right for the job. B is correct because by adding an achievement or award to your resume that pertains to the job, you are not only proving that you are qualified, you are also showing your contributions to the job and what you can do in the future. This makes you look better and more qualified for the job. C is wrong because doing it for the purpose of having an advantage over other applicants is not beneficial. In fact, it could make you look hostile, overly competitive, and not a good candidate. Also, only including activities or awards just for the competitive edge over other candidates doesn't mean it will make you look better or more qualified for the job. D is wrong because not including an award section on a resume may not get you picked for a job. Including an award section that pertains to the job is acceptable because it benefits you and makes you look qualified. If you don't put the award section on your resume, interviewers may not view you as qualified and you may not get the job.

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