Which of the following is the true function of the résumé?

A) To compel employers to hire you
B) To compel employers to set up an interview with you
C) To highlight skills and abilities needed to progress on the career ladder
D) To impress the employer with industry specific buzzwords and jargon
E) To list all your skills and abilities

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radhika tangri · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  B)Planning an effective résumé starts with understanding its true function-as a brief, persuasive business message intended to stimulate an employer's interest in meeting you and learning more about you. In other words, the purpose of a résumé is not to get you a job but rather to get you an interview.

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