TEAS Reading Practice Test 2

In its most basic form, geography is the study of space; more specifically, it studies the physical space of the earth and the ways in which it interacts with, shapes, and is shaped by its habitants. Geographers look at the world from a spatial perspective. This means that at the center of all geographic study is the question, where? For geographers, the where of any interaction, event, or development is a crucial element to understanding it.

This question of where can be asked in a variety of fields of study, so there are many sub-disciplines of geography. These can be organized into four main categories: 1) regional studies, which examine the characteristics of a particular place, 2) topical studies, which look at a single physical or human feature that impacts the whole world, 3) physical studies, which focus on the physical features of Earth, and 4) human studies, which examine the relationship between human activity and the environment.

A researcher studying the relationship between farming and river systems would be engaged in which of the following geographical sub-disciplines?

In its most basic form, geography is the study of space; more specifically, it studies the physical space of the earth and the ways in which it interacts with, shapes, and is shaped by its habitants. Geographers look at the world from a spatial perspective. This means that at the center of all geographic study is the question, where? For geographers, the where of any interaction, event, or development is a crucial element to understanding it.

This question of where can be asked in a variety of fields of study, so there are many sub-
disciplines of geography. These can be organized into four main categories: 1) regional studies, which examine the characteristics of a particular place, 2) topical studies, which look at a single physical or human feature that impacts the whole world, 3) physical studies, which focus on the physical features of Earth, and 4) human studies, which examine the relationship between human activity and the environment.

Which of the following best describes the mode of the passage?

In its most basic form, geography is the study of space; more specifically, it studies the physical space of the earth and the ways in which it interacts with, shapes, and is shaped by its habitants. Geographers look at the world from a spatial perspective. This means that at the center of all geographic study is the question, where? For geographers, the where of any interaction, event, or development is a crucial element to understanding it.

This question of where can be asked in a variety of fields of study, so there are many sub-
disciplines of geography. These can be organized into four main categories: 1) regional studies, which examine the characteristics of a particular place, 2) topical studies, which look at a single physical or human feature that impacts the whole world, 3) physical studies, which focus on the physical features of Earth, and 4) human studies, which examine the relationship between human activity and the environment.

Which of the following is a concise summary of the passage?

It’s that time again—the annual Friendswood Village Summer Fair is here! Last year we had a record number of visitors, and we’re expecting an even bigger turnout this year. The fair will be bringing back all our traditional food and games, including the famous raffle. This year, we’ll have a carousel, petting zoo, and climbing wall (for teenagers and adults only, please). We’re also excited to welcome Petey’s BBQ and Happy Tummy’s Frozen Treats, who are both new to the fair this year. Tickets are available online and at local retailers.

Which of the following will NOT be a new presence at the Fair this year?

It’s that time again—the annual Friendswood Village Summer Fair is here! Last year we had a record number of visitors, and we’re expecting an even bigger turnout this year. The fair will be bringing back all our traditional food and games, including the famous raffle. This year, we’ll have a carousel, petting zoo, and climbing wall (for teenagers and adults only, please). We’re also excited to welcome Petey’s BBQ and Happy Tummy’s Frozen Treats, who are both new to the fair this year. Tickets are available online and at local retailers.

Based on the context, which of the following is the meaning of the word record in the passage?

It’s that time again—the annual Friendswood Village Summer Fair is here! Last year we had a record number of visitors, and we’re expecting an even bigger turnout this year. The fair will be bringing back all our traditional food and games, including the famous raffle. This year, we’ll have a carousel, petting zoo, and climbing wall (for teenagers and adults only, please). We’re also excited to welcome Petey’s BBQ and Happy Tummy’s Frozen Treats, who are both new to the fair this year. Tickets are available online and at local retailers.

Which of the following best describes the mode of the passage?

Based on the pattern in the headings, which of the following is a reasonable heading to insert in the blank spot?

Chapter 3. Emotions and the Central Nervous System
3A. Involuntary Physical Symptoms of Emotion
a) Flushing
b) ________
c) Vocal Changes

3B. Voluntary Physical Response to Emotion

3C. Conscious Control of Emotions

TABLE OF CONTENTS
3. The Cold War                                                                                                     153 – 306
The End of World War II
153 – 175
Escalation                                                                                                               176 – 258
Détente and the Final Years
259 – 306
4. The Cold War in Popular Culture                                                                     307 – 394
Contemporary Depictions of the Cold War (1945 – 1991)
307 – 363
Modern Depictions of the Cold War (1992 – 2015)
364 – 394

A student wants to find information on how the Potsdam Treaty, signed at the end of World War II, affected the Cold War. On which of the following pages will the student most likely find this information?

TABLE OF CONTENTS
3. The Cold War
153 – 306
The End of World War II
153 – 175
Escalation
176 – 258
Détente and the Final Years
259 – 306
4. The Cold War in Popular Culture                                                                 307 – 394
Contemporary Depictions of the Cold War (1945 – 1991)
307 – 363
Modern Depictions of the Cold War (1992 – 2015)
364 – 394

A researcher wants to find information on a movie made in 1967 about the Cold War. On which of the following pages should the researcher look for this information?

Taking a person’s temperature is one of the most basic and common health care tasks. Everyone from nurses to emergency medical technicians to concerned parents should be able to grab a thermometer to take a patient or loved one’s temperature. But what’s the best way to get an accurate reading? The answer depends on the situation.

The most common way people measure body temperature is orally. A simple digital or disposable thermometer is placed under the tongue for a few minutes, and the task is done. There are many situations, however, when measuring temperature orally isn’t an option. For example, when a person can’t breathe through his nose, he won’t be able to keep his mouth closed long enough to get an accurate reading. In these situations, it’s often preferable to place the thermometer in the rectum or armpit. Using the rectum also has the added benefit of providing a much more accurate reading than other locations can provide.

It’s also often the case that certain people, like agitated patients or fussy babies, won’t be able to sit still long enough for an accurate reading. In these situations, it’s best to use a thermometer that works much more quickly, such as one that measures temperature in the ear or at the temporal artery. No matter which method is chosen, however, it’s important to check the average temperature for each region, as it can vary by several degrees.

Which statement is NOT a detail from the passage?

Taking a person’s temperature is one of the most basic and common health care tasks. Everyone from nurses to emergency medical technicians to concerned parents should be able to grab a thermometer to take a patient or loved one’s temperature. But what’s the best way to get an accurate reading? The answer depends on the situation.

The most common way people measure body temperature is  orally. A simple digital or disposable thermometer is placed under the tongue for a few minutes, and the task is done. There are many situations, however, when measuring temperature orally isn’t an option. For example, when a person can’t breathe through his nose, he won’t be able to keep his mouth closed long enough to get an accurate reading. In these situations, it’s often preferable to place the thermometer in the rectum or armpit. Using the rectum also has the added benefit of providing a much more accurate reading than other locations can provide.

It’s also often the case that certain people, like agitated patients or fussy babies, won’t be able to sit still long enough for an accurate reading. In these situations, it’s best to use a thermometer that works much more quickly, such as one that measures temperature in the ear or at the temporal artery. No matter which method is chosen, however, it’s important to check the average temperature for each region, as it can vary by several degrees.

​Which of following best describes the author’s primary purpose in writing this essay?

Taking a person’s temperature is one of the most basic and common health care tasks. Everyone from nurses to emergency medical technicians to concerned parents should be able to grab a thermometer to take a patient or loved one’s temperature. But what’s the best way to get an accurate reading? The answer depends on the situation.
The most common way people measure body temperature is orally. A simple digital or disposable thermometer is placed under the tongue for a few minutes, and the task is done. There are many situations, however, when measuring temperature orally isn’t an option. For example, when a person can’t breathe through his nose, he won’t be able to keep his mouth closed long enough to get an accurate reading. In these situations, it’s often preferable to place the thermometer in the rectum or armpit. Using the rectum also has the added benefit of providing a much more accurate reading than other locations can provide.
It’s also often the case that certain people, like agitated patients or fussy babies, won’t be able to sit still long enough for an accurate reading. In these situations, it’s best to use a thermometer that works much more quickly, such as one that measures temperature in the ear or at the temporal artery. No matter which method is chosen, however, it’s important to check the average temperature for each region, as it can vary by several degrees.

What is the meaning of the word agitated in the last paragraph?

Which of the following is an example of a primary source that would be used in a research paper on the history of mining in West Virginia?

Spanish conquistadors explored what is today the Southwest United States, claiming land for Spain despite the presence of southwestern tribes.

Italics are used in the sentence for which of the following reasons?

Based on the pattern in the headings, which of the following is a reasonable heading to insert in the blank spot?
I. Types of Teas
A.    Black Tea
1) Assam
2) Darjeeling
3) Ceylon
B.    ________
C.    White Tea

The strange light in the room made it hard to determine the colors used in the painting.

Which of the following is the meaning of the word light in the sentence?

A family leaves the train station and heads south on Main Street. At which of the following locations will they arrive?

According to the map, how far is City Hall from Birch Office Park?

The most important part of brewing coffee is getting the right water. Choose a water that you think has a nice, neutral flavor. Anything with too many minerals or contaminants will change the flavor of the coffee, and water with too few minerals won’t do a good job of extracting the flavor from the coffee beans. Water should be heated to between 195 and 205 degrees Fahrenheit. Boiling water (212 degrees Fahrenheit) will burn the beans and give your coffee a scorched flavor.
While the water is heating, grind your beans. Remember, the fresher the grind, the fresher the flavor of the coffee. The number of beans is entirely dependent on your personal taste. Obviously, more beans will result in a more robust flavor, while fewer beans will give your coffee a more subtle taste. The texture of the grind should be not too fine (which can lead to bitter coffee) or too large (which can lead to weak coffee).
Once the beans are ground and the water has reached the perfect temperature, you’re ready to brew. A French press (which we recommend), allows you to control brewing time and provide a thorough brew. Pour the grounds into the press, then pour the hot water over the grounds and let it steep. The brew shouldn’t require more than five minutes, although those of you who like your coffee a bit harsher can leave it longer. Finally, use the plunger to remove the grounds and pour.

According to the passage, which of the following lists the steps for brewing coffee in the correct sequence?

The most important part of brewing coffee is getting the right water. Choose a water that you think has a nice, neutral flavor. Anything with too many minerals or contaminants will change the flavor of the coffee, and water with too few minerals won’t do a good job of extracting the flavor from the coffee beans. Water should be heated to between 195 and 205 degrees Fahrenheit. Boiling water (212 degrees Fahrenheit) will burn the beans and give your coffee a scorched flavor.

While the water is heating, grind your beans. Remember, the fresher the grind, the fresher the flavor of the coffee. The number of beans is entirely dependent on your personal taste. Obviously, more beans will result in a more robust flavor, while fewer beans will give your coffee a more subtle taste. The texture of the grind should be not too fine (which can lead to bitter coffee) or too large (which can lead to weak coffee).

Once the beans are ground and the water has reached the perfect temperature, you’re ready to brew. A French press (which we recommend), allows you to control brewing time and provide a thorough brew. Pour the grounds into the press, then pour the hot water over the grounds and let it steep. The brew shouldn’t require more than five minutes, although those of you who like your coffee a bit harsher can leave it longer. Finally, use the plunger to remove the grounds and pour.

Which of the following best describes the structure of the text?

The most important part of brewing coffee is getting the right water. Choose a water that you think has a nice, neutral flavor. Anything with too many minerals or contaminants will change the flavor of the coffee, and water with too few minerals won’t do a good job of extracting the flavor from the coffee beans. Water should be heated to between 195 and 205 degrees Fahrenheit. Boiling water (212 degrees Fahrenheit) will burn the beans and give your coffee a scorched flavor.

While the water is heating, grind your beans. Remember, the fresher the grind, the fresher the flavor of the coffee. The number of beans is entirely dependent on your personal taste. Obviously, more beans will result in a more robust flavor, while fewer beans will give your coffee a more subtle taste. The texture of the grind should be not too fine (which can lead to bitter coffee) or too large (which can lead to weak coffee).

Once the beans are ground and the water has reached the perfect temperature, you’re ready to brew. A French press (which we recommend), allows you to control brewing time and provide a thorough brew. Pour the grounds into the press, then pour the hot water over the grounds and let it steep. The brew shouldn’t require more than five minutes, although those of you who like your coffee a bit harsher can leave it longer. Finally, use the plunger to remove the grounds and pour.

Which of the following statements based on the passage should be considered an opinion?

The most important part of brewing coffee is getting the right water. Choose a water that you think has a nice, neutral flavor. Anything with too many minerals or contaminants will change the flavor of the coffee, and water with too few minerals won’t do a good job of extracting the flavor from the coffee beans. Water should be heated to between 195 and 205 degrees Fahrenheit. Boiling water (212 degrees Fahrenheit) will burn the beans and give your coffee a scorched flavor.

While the water is heating, grind your beans. Remember, the fresher the grind, the fresher the flavor of the coffee. The number of beans is entirely dependent on your personal taste. Obviously, more beans will result in a more robust flavor, while fewer beans will give your coffee a more subtle taste. The texture of the grind should be not too fine (which can lead to bitter coffee) or too large (which can lead to weak coffee).

Once the beans are ground and the water has reached the perfect temperature, you’re ready to brew. A French press (which we recommend), allows you to control brewing time and provide a thorough brew. Pour the grounds into the press, then pour the hot water over the grounds and let it steep. The brew shouldn’t require more than five minutes, although those of you who like your coffee a bit harsher can leave it longer. Finally, use the plunger to remove the grounds and pour.

Which of the following conclusions is best supported by the passage?

The most important part of brewing coffee is getting the right water. Choose a water that you think has a nice, neutral flavor. Anything with too many minerals or contaminants will change the flavor of the coffee, and water with too few minerals won’t do a good job of extracting the flavor from the coffee beans. Water should be heated to between 195 and 205 degrees Fahrenheit. Boiling water (212 degrees Fahrenheit) will burn the beans and give your coffee a scorched flavor.

While the water is heating, grind your beans. Remember, the fresher the grind, the fresher the flavor of the coffee. The number of beans is entirely dependent on your personal taste. Obviously, more beans will result in a more robust flavor, while fewer beans will give your coffee a more subtle taste. The texture of the grind should be not too fine (which can lead to bitter coffee) or too large (which can lead to weak coffee).

Once the beans are ground and the water has reached the perfect temperature, you’re ready to brew. A French press (which we recommend), allows you to control brewing time and provide a thorough brew. Pour the grounds into the press, then pour the hot water over the grounds and let it steep. The brew shouldn’t require more than five minutes, although those of you who like your coffee a bit harsher can leave it longer. Finally, use the plunger to remove the grounds and pour.

Which of the following would be an appropriate title for this passage?

For an adult person to be unable to swim points to something like criminal negligence; every man, woman and child should learn. A person who cannot swim may not only become a danger to himself, but to someone, and perhaps to several, of his fellow beings. Children as early as the age of four may acquire the art; none are too young, none too old.

Which of the following best captures the author’s purpose?

For an adult person to be unable to swim points to something like criminal negligence; every man,  woman  and child should learn. A person who cannot swim may not only become a danger to himself, but to someone, and perhaps to several, of his fellow beings. Children as early as the age of four may acquire the art; none are too young, none too old.

Which of the following is the purpose of this passage?​​

New Policy for Replacement Student Identification Cards

Due to recent issues with the abuse of student identification (ID) cards, Campus Security has issued a new policy for acquiring replacement student identification cards.
The following conditions must be met for students to receive a replacement student ID card:
– Student is currently enrolled in at least one class; the class may be either online or on campus.
– Student must have been issued a student ID card within the last five years.
– Student must apply for a replacement ID card in person at the Student Admissions Office. Online applications will no longer be accepted.
– Students will be required to pay a $25 fee for each replacement ID card. Fee may not be charged to the student’s account.

Students who do not meet these conditions will be required to apply for a new ID card at the Campus Security Office.

Which of the following best describes the purpose of this passage?

New Policy for Replacement Student Identification Cards

Due to recent issues with the abuse of student identification (ID) cards, Campus Security has issued a new policy for acquiring replacement student identification cards.
The following conditions must be met for students to receive a replacement student ID card:
– Student is currently enrolled in at least one class; the class may be either online or on campus.
– Student must have been issued a student ID card within the last five years.
– Student must apply for a replacement ID card in person at the Student Admissions Office. Online applications will no longer be accepted.
– Students will be required to pay a $25 fee for each replacement ID card.  Fee  may not be charged to the student’s account.

Students who do not meet these conditions will be required to apply for a new ID card at the Campus Security Office.

Based on the context, which of the following is the meaning of the word abuse in the passage?

New Policy for Replacement Student Identification Cards

Due to recent issues with the abuse of student identification (ID) cards, Campus Security has issued a new policy for acquiring replacement student identification cards.
The following conditions must be met for students to receive a replacement student ID card:
– Student is currently enrolled in at least one class; the class may be either online or on campus.
– Student must have been issued a student ID card within the last five years.
– Student must apply for a replacement ID card in person at the Student Admissions Office. Online applications will no longer be accepted.
– Students will be required to pay a $25 fee for each replacement ID card. Fee may not be charged to the student’s account.

Students who do not meet these conditions will be required to apply for a new ID card at the Campus Security Office.

Which of the following would NOT be eligible to receive a replacement student ID card from the Student Admissions Office?

Alfie closed his eyes and took several deep breaths. He was trying to ignore the sounds of the crowd, but even he had to admit that it was hard not to notice the tension in the stadium. He could feel 50,000 sets of eyes burning through his skin—this crowd expected perfection from him. He took another breath and opened his eyes, setting his sights on the soccer ball resting peacefully in the grass. One shot, just one last shot, between his team and the championship. He didn’t look up at the goalie, who was jumping nervously on the goal line just a few yards away. Afterward, he would swear he didn’t remember anything between the referee’s whistle and the thunderous roar of the crowd.

Which of the following best describes the mode of the passage?

Alfie closed his eyes and took several deep breaths. He was trying to ignore the sounds of the crowd, but even he had to admit that it was hard not to notice the tension in the stadium. He could feel 50,000 sets of eyes burning through his skin—this crowd expected perfection from him. He took another breath and opened his eyes, setting his sights on the soccer ball resting peacefully in the grass. One shot, just one last shot, between his team and the championship. He didn’t look up at the goalie, who was jumping nervously on the goal line just a few yards away. Afterward, he would swear he didn’t remember anything between the referee’s whistle and the thunderous roar of the crowd.

Which of the following conclusions is best supported by the passage?​​

Alfie closed his eyes and took several deep breaths. He was trying to ignore the sounds of the crowd, but even he had to admit that it was hard not to notice the tension in the stadium. He could feel 50,000 sets of eyes burning through his skin—this crowd expected perfection from him. He took another breath and opened his eyes, setting his sights on the soccer ball resting peacefully in the grass. One shot, just one last shot, between his team and the championship. He didn’t look up at the goalie, who was jumping nervously on the goal line just a few yards away. Afterward, he would swear he didn’t remember anything between the referee’s whistle and the thunderous roar of the crowd.

Which of the following best describes the meaning of the phrase “he could feel 50,000 sets of eyes burning through his skin”?​​

Which of the following indicates the beginning of a sequence?​​

Start with the shapes shown below. Follow the directions.
1. Move triangle 1 to the right of triangle 3.
2. Swap triangles 2 and 3.
3. Rotate triangle 6 180 degrees.
4. Swap triangles 4 and 1.

Which of the following shows the order in which the shapes now appear?

Hannah —
Congratulations on the promotion! I just heard the news from the receptionist in Accounting—she says you’re already packing up to move into your big new office.
Before you make the official move to upper management, I’d like to make sure we get proper documentation in place for your replacement. (You remember what a pain it was when you trained a few years ago.) To that end, could you please make a list of your current job responsibilities and include a list of all available training material that will be necessary for the person who takes over that job? If you feel new training documents are necessary, please include a description of these, and I’ll have someone type them up for you.
Congratulations again—you’ve earned it.
Best regards,
Sasha

Which of the following best captures the author’s purpose?

Hannah —
Congratulations on the promotion! I just heard the news from the receptionist in Accounting—she says you’re already packing up to move into your big new office.
Before you make the official move to upper management, I’d like to make sure we get proper documentation in place for your replacement. (You remember what a pain it was when you trained a few years ago.) To that end, could you please make a list of your current job responsibilities and include a list of all available training material that will be necessary for the person who takes over that job? If you feel new training documents are necessary, please include a description of these, and I’ll have someone type them up for you.
Congratulations again—you’ve earned it.
Best regards,
Sasha

Which of the following best captures the author’s purpose?

Hannah —
Congratulations on the promotion! I just heard the news from the receptionist in Accounting—she says you’re already packing up to move into your big new office.
Before you make the official move to upper management, I’d like to make sure we get proper documentation in place for your replacement. (You remember what a pain it was when you trained a few years ago.) To that end, could you please make a list of your current job responsibilities and include a list of all available training material that will be necessary for the person who takes over that job? If you feel new training documents are necessary, please include a description of these, and I’ll have someone type them up for you.
Congratulations again—you’ve earned it.
Best regards,
Sasha

Which of the following best describes the relationship of the writer to Hannah?

East River High School has released its graduation summary for the class of 2016. Out of a total of 558 senior students, 525 (94 percent) successfully completed their degree program and graduated. Of these, 402 (representing 72 percent of the total class) went on to attend to a two- or four-year college or university. The distribution of students among the four main types of colleges and universities—small or large private and small or large public—is shown in the figure below. As the data shows, the majority of East River High School’s college-attending graduates chose a large, public institution.

According to the figure, how many students from East River High School will attend a small, public college or university?

East River High School has released its graduation summary for the class of 2016. Out of a total of 558 senior students, 525 (94 percent) successfully completed their degree program and graduated. Of these, 402 (representing 72 percent of the total class) went on to attend to a two- or four-year college or university. The distribution of students among the four main types of colleges and universities—small or large private and small or large public—is shown in the figure below. As the data shows, the majority of East River High School’s college-attending graduates chose a large, public institution.

Which of the following best describes the tone of the passage?

A man is examining cake recipes to find one that will be suitable for his friend, who cannot eat dairy products. According to the lists of required ingredients, which of the following should he choose?

For decades, major global powers have had thermonuclear weapons. In the 1980s, the United States and the Soviet Union agreed to limit arms production and cease testing these weapons in the atmosphere, in an effort to prevent conflict and protect life. Today, scientists understand the technology of thermonuclear weapons better than ever before. However, we have much to learn about the physical consequences of nuclear war on life on Earth as we know it.

A student has written this paragraph as an introduction to a paper. Which of the following is most likely the topic of the paper?

Ms. Rodriguez —
A recent review of our accounts has shown that you were mistakenly overcharged for your October water bill. Due to a system error, customers in your area were charged twice for their October water usage. We regret the error and are currently in the process of issuing refunds using the following criteria:
– Customers who paid with a debit card or bank account will receive refunds directly deposited into their bank accounts.
– Credit card transactions will be canceled by our company and will not appear on your statement.
– Customer who paid via check will receive a refund check in the mail in 4 – 6 weeks.

Your business is important to us, and we value your continued support. To demonstrate our commitment to our customers, we will be offering a 5% discount during the month of November to customers affected by this accounting error.
Please contact me directly if you have any questions about your bill or the refund process.
Regards,
Timothy Halgren
Director, Customer Relations
Greenway Water Company

Which of the following best describes the purpose of the passage?

Ms. Rodriguez —
A recent review of our accounts has shown that you were mistakenly overcharged for your October water bill. Due to a system error, customers in your area were charged twice for their October water usage. We regret the error and are currently in the process of issuing refunds using the following criteria:
– Customers who paid with a debit card or bank account will receive refunds directly deposited into their bank accounts.
– Credit card transactions will be canceled by our company and will not appear on your statement.
– Customer who paid via check will receive a refund check in the mail in 4 – 6 weeks.

Your business is important to us, and we value your continued support. To demonstrate our commitment to our customers, we will be offering a 5% discount during the month of November to customers affected by this accounting error.
Please contact me directly if you have any questions about your bill or the refund process.
Regards,
Timothy Halgren
Director, Customer Relations
Greenway Water Company

Which of the following conclusions is well supported by the passage?

New Zealand                      125 – 127, 212 – 215, 306
Nicaragua                            76, 132 – 134
Niger                                    15 – 22, 317 – 320
Nigeria                                 16 – 18, 246
North Korea                        101 – 105, 221 – 231, 313
Norway                                135 – 140, 295

A student wants to find information on Oslo, the capital of Norway. According the index, where should the student look first?

New Zealand                      125 – 127, 212 – 215, 306
Nicaragua                            76, 132 – 134
Niger                                    15 – 22, 317 – 320
Nigeria                                 16 – 18, 246
North Korea                        101 – 105, 221 – 231, 313
Norway                                135 – 140, 295

A student wants to find information on rivers in Niger. According to the index, where should the student look first?

We’ve been told for years that the recipe for weight loss is fewer calories in than calories out. In other words, eat less and exercise more, and your body will take care of the rest. As many of those who’ve tried to diet can attest, this edict doesn’t always produce results. If you’re one of those folks, you might have felt that you just weren’t doing it right—that the failure was all your fault.

However, several new studies released this year have suggested that it might not be your fault at all. For example, a study of people who’d lost a high percentage of their body weight (>17%) in a short period of time found that they could not physically maintain their new weight. Scientists measured their resting metabolic rate and found that they’d need to consume only a few hundred calories a day to meet their metabolic needs. Basically, their bodies were in starvation mode and seemed to desperately hang on to each and every calorie. Eating even a single healthy, well-balanced meal a day would cause these subjects to start packing back on the pounds.

Other studies have shown that factors like intestinal bacteria, distribution of body fat, and hormone levels can affect the manner in which our bodies process calories. There’s also the fact that it’s actually quite difficult to measure the number of calories consumed during a particular meal and the number used while exercising.

Which of the following would be the best summary statement to conclude the passage?

We’ve been told for years that the recipe for weight loss is fewer calories in than calories out. In other words, eat less and exercise more, and your body will take care of the rest. As many of those who’ve tried to diet can attest, this edict doesn’t always produce results. If you’re one of those folks, you might have felt that you just weren’t doing it right—that the failure was all your fault.

However, several new studies released this year have suggested that it might not be your fault at all. For example, a study of people who’d lost a high percentage of their body weight (>17%) in a short period of time found that they could not physically maintain their new weight. Scientists measured their resting metabolic rate and found that they’d need to consume only a few hundred calories a day to meet their metabolic needs. Basically, their bodies were in starvation mode and seemed to desperately hang on to each and every calorie. Eating even a single healthy, well-balanced meal a day would cause these subjects to start packing back on the pounds.

Other studies have shown that factors like intestinal bacteria, distribution of body fat, and hormone levels can affect the manner in which our bodies process calories. There’s also the fact that it’s actually quite difficult to measure the number of calories consumed during a particular meal and the number used while exercising.

Which of the following type of arguments is used in the passage?

We’ve been told for years that the recipe for weight loss is fewer calories in than calories out. In other words, eat less and exercise more, and your body will take care of the rest. As many of those who’ve tried to diet can attest, this edict doesn’t always produce results. If you’re one of those folks, you might have felt that you just weren’t doing it right—that the failure was all your fault.

However, several new studies released this year have suggested that it might not be your fault at all. For example, a study of people who’d lost a high percentage of their body weight (>17%) in a short period of time found that they could not physically maintain their new weight. Scientists measured their resting metabolic rate and found that they’d need to consume only a few hundred calories a day to meet their metabolic needs. Basically, their bodies were in starvation mode and seemed to desperately hang on to each and every calorie. Eating even a single healthy, well-balanced meal a day would cause these subjects to start packing back on the pounds.

Other studies have shown that factors like intestinal bacteria, distribution of body fat, and hormone levels can affect the manner in which our bodies process calories. There’s also the fact that it’s actually quite difficult to measure the number of calories consumed during a particular meal and the number used while exercising.

Which of the following would weaken the author’s argument?

A company is planning to order office supplies that will weigh 22 pounds. Based on the pricing chart, which of the following manufacturers would offer the lowest cost for shipping and handling?

A company is placing an order for office supplies that will weigh 11 pounds. Based on the pricing chart, which of the following manufacturers would offer the lowest cost for shipping and handling?

American Cowslip: This plant grows spontaneously in Virginia and other parts of North America. It flowers in the beginning of May, and the seeds ripen in July, soon after which the stalks and leaves decay, so that the roots remain inactive till the following spring. It is propagated by offsets, which the roots put out freely when they are in a loose moist soil and a shady situation; the best time to remove the roots, and take away the offsets, is in August, after the leaves and stalks are decayed, that they may be fixed well in their new situation before the frost comes on.

According to the passage, which of the following months is the best time to remove the roots of American Cowslip?

American Cowslip: This plant grows spontaneously in Virginia and other parts of North America. It flowers in the beginning of May, and the seeds ripen in July, soon after which the stalks and leaves decay, so that the roots remain inactive till the following spring. It is propagated by offsets, which the roots put out freely when they are in a loose moist soil and a shady situation; the best time to remove the roots, and take away the offsets, is in August, after the leaves and stalks are decayed, that they may be fixed well in their new situation before the frost comes on.

Which of the following is the meaning of propagated as used in the sentence?

According to the figure, which of the following is a difference between pyrimidine and purine bases?

Based on the pattern in the headings, which of the following is a reasonable heading to insert in the blank spot?

5. The Human Digestive System
A.    The Digestive Tract
1) Mouth
2) Esophagus
3) _________
4) Intestines
B.    Accessory Organs
1) Salivary Glands
2) Liver
3) Gall Bladder

Which of the following is the temperature in degrees Fahrenheit according to the thermometer below?