When completing the past employment section on a job application, jobs should be listed beginning with _______________.

• A. Oldest job
• B. Your current or most recent job
• C. First job
• D. Highest paying job

Answer: (B)

Present employment history in reverse chronological order, starting with your current or most recent position. This arrangement helps the reader quickly see your latest responsibilities and skills, which are usually the most relevant to the job you’re applying for. If you are currently employed, list that job first with dates and duties, then work backward. If you’re not employed, begin with your most recent job and go back from there. The other options—oldest, first, or highest paying—don’t prioritize current performance or recent experience, which is exactly what hiring managers want to understand first.