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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
The interviewer is testing your overall knowledge when it comes to oil terminology. Here is an easy guide to different oil categories:
1. Very light oils which include gasoline and jet fuels
2. Light oils which include diesel, some fuel oils, and light crudes
3. Medium oils, which include most crude oils
4. Heavy oils such as heavy crude oils and some fuel oil
Show the interviewer that you have an understanding of oil variances.

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I understand that there are many categories and types of oils. Many people believe that oil is all the same; however, it comes in ranges from heavy to very light oil. These types vary when it comes to viscosity and toxicity."

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I have studied all types of oil including very light, light, medium, and heavy. I have the broadest knowledge base with light oils and medium oils, including most crude oils."

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