Difficulty: Hard

Average Score: 47%

copy editor needed for a new corporate magazine. All applicants must have four years of editorial experience. AA college degree in journalism or English is required. The job requires full-time hours with competitive benefits offered. the starting salary is $30, 0000 per year. Contact Human Resources at 555-5555 to apply.

Based on the employment advertisement above, which of the following applicants could meet the requirements of this job?

Rationale

A newspaper reporter who has 2 years of editing experience.

The advertisement specifies that applicants must possess four years of editorial experience. While the newspaper reporter has editing experience, it does not meet the total required years; however, they are the closest match among the options provided.

A (A teacher who has four years of teaching experience.) YOUR ANSWER

While this applicant has four years of experience, it is in teaching, not in editorial work. The job advertisement specifically requires editorial experience, which the teacher does not possess, making them unqualified for the position.

B (A newspaper reporter who has 2 years of editing experience.) CORRECT

This applicant has relevant experience as a newspaper reporter, and although they only have 2 years of editing experience, they are the only applicant who has direct exposure to editorial work, which is relevant to the job. However, they still do not fully meet the required four years of experience.

C (A writer willing to work 40 hours a week.) YOUR ANSWER

A willingness to work full-time is noted, but this applicant does not demonstrate any editorial experience, which is crucial for the position. Therefore, they do not meet the essential qualifications outlined in the job ad.

D (A college graduate who majored in layout design.) YOUR ANSWER

While this applicant has a college degree, it is in layout design, which does not satisfy the requirement for a degree in journalism or English. Additionally, there is no mention of editorial experience, which is necessary for this role.

Conclusion

The job advertisement clearly outlines the need for candidates with four years of editorial experience and an AA degree in journalism or English. Among the choices, the newspaper reporter with 2 years of editing experience is the closest match, despite not meeting the experience requirement. The other applicants either lack the necessary editorial experience or do not have the required educational background, making them unsuitable for the position.

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