Q. A survey indicates that people who consume more fruits and vegetables report better health. What can be inferred?
A.
Eating fruits and vegetables causes better health.
B.
People with better health tend to eat more fruits and vegetables.
C.
All healthy people eat fruits and vegetables.
D.
Fruits and vegetables are the only factors affecting health.
Solution
The survey shows a correlation between fruit and vegetable consumption and reported health, suggesting that healthier individuals may be more inclined to eat them.
Correct Answer:
B
— People with better health tend to eat more fruits and vegetables.
Q. If a new study finds that people who sleep less than six hours a night are more likely to experience health issues, what can be inferred?
A.
Everyone who sleeps less than six hours will have health issues.
B.
Sleep duration is a factor in health.
C.
Health issues are only caused by lack of sleep.
D.
More sleep guarantees better health.
Solution
The study suggests a link between sleep duration and health issues, indicating that sleep duration is a factor in health, but does not imply a direct cause for all individuals.
Correct Answer:
B
— Sleep duration is a factor in health.
Q. In a study, it was found that students who study in groups perform better than those who study alone. Which of the following can be concluded from this study?
A.
Group study is the best method for all students.
B.
Studying alone is ineffective.
C.
Collaboration may enhance learning outcomes.
D.
All students prefer group study over solo study.
Solution
The study indicates that collaboration may enhance learning outcomes, but it does not imply that group study is the best method for every student.
Correct Answer:
C
— Collaboration may enhance learning outcomes.
Q. In a study, it was found that students who study in groups perform better than those who study alone. Which of the following can be inferred?
A.
Studying alone is ineffective.
B.
Group study is the only way to succeed.
C.
Collaboration may enhance learning outcomes.
D.
All students prefer studying in groups.
Solution
The study suggests that collaboration may enhance learning outcomes, but it does not imply that studying alone is ineffective or that all students prefer group study.
Correct Answer:
C
— Collaboration may enhance learning outcomes.
Q. Research indicates that people who read regularly tend to have a larger vocabulary. What can be inferred from this research?
A.
Reading is the only way to improve vocabulary.
B.
All people with large vocabularies read regularly.
C.
There is a correlation between reading and vocabulary size.
D.
Vocabulary size does not depend on reading habits.
Solution
The research indicates a correlation between regular reading and vocabulary size, but does not imply that reading is the only method to improve vocabulary.
Correct Answer:
C
— There is a correlation between reading and vocabulary size.
Q. Research indicates that students who study in groups tend to retain information better than those who study alone. What can be inferred from this research?
A.
Studying alone is ineffective for information retention.
B.
Group study is the only effective method for learning.
C.
Studying in groups may enhance information retention.
D.
All students should study in groups to succeed.
Solution
The research suggests that group study may improve information retention compared to studying alone.
Correct Answer:
C
— Studying in groups may enhance information retention.
Q. The author argues that the decline in bee populations is a significant threat to global food security. Which of the following best supports this argument?
A.
Bees are essential for the pollination of many crops.
B.
Food security is only affected by climate change.
C.
Most crops can grow without pollination.
D.
Declining bee populations are a natural phenomenon.
Solution
The essential role of bees in pollination directly supports the argument that their decline threatens food security.
Correct Answer:
A
— Bees are essential for the pollination of many crops.
Q. The author argues that the rise in online shopping has led to a decline in local businesses. Which of the following best supports this argument?
A.
Local businesses have adapted to online shopping.
B.
More people are shopping online than ever before.
C.
Online shopping offers better prices than local stores.
D.
Local businesses are thriving despite online competition.
Solution
The statement that online shopping offers better prices supports the argument that it has negatively impacted local businesses by drawing customers away.
Correct Answer:
C
— Online shopping offers better prices than local stores.
Q. The author argues that the rise in online shopping has led to a decline in local businesses. Which of the following can be inferred from this argument?
A.
Local businesses are thriving despite online shopping.
B.
Online shopping is the only factor affecting local businesses.
C.
The decline of local businesses is a direct result of online shopping.
D.
All consumers prefer online shopping over local stores.
Solution
The argument suggests a direct relationship between the rise of online shopping and the decline of local businesses.
Correct Answer:
C
— The decline of local businesses is a direct result of online shopping.
Q. The author argues that the rise in remote work has led to increased productivity among employees. Which of the following can be inferred from this argument?
A.
All employees are more productive when working remotely.
B.
Remote work is the only factor contributing to productivity.
C.
Some employees may not be as productive while working remotely.
D.
Productivity has decreased for all employees.
Solution
The argument does not claim that all employees are more productive, allowing for the possibility that some may not be.
Correct Answer:
C
— Some employees may not be as productive while working remotely.
Q. The committee concluded that increasing the budget for public education will improve student performance. What assumption underlies this conclusion?
A.
Student performance is solely dependent on funding.
B.
Current funding levels are insufficient for quality education.
C.
All students will benefit equally from increased funding.
D.
Improved funding will lead to better teachers.
Solution
The conclusion assumes that the current funding is inadequate to provide quality education, which is necessary for improving student performance.
Correct Answer:
B
— Current funding levels are insufficient for quality education.
Q. The government has announced a new policy to reduce plastic waste, which includes banning single-use plastics. What can be inferred about the government's stance on environmental issues?
A.
The government is indifferent to environmental concerns.
B.
The government prioritizes economic growth over environmental protection.
C.
The government is taking steps to address environmental issues.
D.
The government believes that plastic waste is not a significant problem.
Solution
The announcement of a policy aimed at reducing plastic waste indicates that the government is actively addressing environmental issues.
Correct Answer:
C
— The government is taking steps to address environmental issues.