In computer-assisted career guidance, which statement best describes the primary function of CACG systems?

• A. They replace the career counselor in all guidance activities.
• B. They operate independently of client input.
• C. They supplement the efforts of the career counselor.
• D. They primarily administer exams for workers' compensation.

Answer: (C)

Computer-assisted career guidance systems are designed to assist, not replace, the counselor. They provide automated assessments, information resources, and interactive exploration tools that clients use, giving structured data and options to consider. The counselor then interprets these results, discusses them with the client, and helps plan next steps, using the computer-based outputs as a springboard for personalized guidance. This collaboration allows the counseling session to be more focused and efficient, with the CACG handling data collection and information delivery while the human counselor offers context, empathy, and tailored support. The other statements don’t fit because CACG tools don’t supplant the counselor, they rely on client input to generate meaningful results, and they are not primarily about administering workers’ compensation exams.