ASVAB Paragraph Comprehension Practice Test 980516 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.34
Score 0% 67%

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1
The programs and resources developed by the Education Department of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art are designed to extend the museum experience in the fullest possible way to the widest possible audience, both present and future. These programs provide visitors of all ages with the opportunity to expand their experience with works of art in both the museum's permanent collection an d its special exhibitions.
According to this passage:
83% Answer Correctly
Retired teachers serve as program designers and instructors at the museum.
The learning experience provided by the museum can be enhanced through programs developed by the Education Department.
Educational opportunities are restricted to the museum’s permanent collection.
The Education Department of the County Museum o f Art targets its educational materials to children.

Solution
The passage states that the Education Department’s programs and resources are "designed to extend the museum experience."

2
Reserve Deputy Probation Officers are deputized volunteers who have received special training in order to assist Probation staff in a wide range of supervised responsibilities, that include direct involvement with juvenile an d adult probationers. Reserve Deputies are highly motivated, skilled, and caring people who want to serve their community as a part of the Los Angeles County Probation Department. Reserve Deputies are not a replacement for or an alternative to paid staff, but are intended to be an enhancement to existing resources.
From the passage, it can be inferred that:
61% Answer Correctly
Reserve Deputies are able to act independently on the job once they have successfully passed all training requirements.
Direct interaction with probationers is the primary Duty of a Reserve Deputy.
Members of the community who become Reserve Deputie s have a desire to give back to the community.
Experienced Reserve Deputies supervise new volunteer Reserve Deputies.

Solution
The passage states that Reserve Deputies are "people who want to serve their community."

3
The expert predicted that America's gross domestic product will return to more than 3 percent yearly expansion. For example, Dow Chemical is investing $4 billion in Texas plastics production that will be operational by 2019. Such growth requires cheap oil and natural gas - and "by 2022 or so, the United States will surpass Saudi Arabia in oil output, and Russia in gas." He continued: "The big attraction is the low price of natural gas, the lowest-carbon fossil fuel, which can be produced profitably at about a third the price per unit of energy as other hydrocarbons. That is particularly attractive to chemical companies. It is the raw material for plastics, Styrofoam, tires, sealants, adhesives, films, liquid crystal screens, nylons, polyesters - nearly everything around us."
According to this passage, what's going to cause America's future growth?
69% Answer Correctly
Cheap oil and natural gas.
Increased plastics production.
Dow Chemical's $4 billion investment in Texas plastics production.
Surpassing Saudi Arabia in oil output, and Russia in gas.

Solution
After predicting that America's gross domestic product will grow to more than 3 percent yearly expansion the expert states that "such growth requires cheap oil and natural gas".

4
"Democracy's real test lies in its respect for minority opinions." - Ellery Sedgwick
Showing respect for a minority opinion _______________ democracy.
67% Answer Correctly
invalidates
challenges
validates
undermines

Solution
If democracy's test is whether or not it respects minority opinions then showing respect for a minority opinion is positive and validates democracy. Each of the other answers paints showing respect for minority opinion negatively.

5
Since 1944, the County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation has been meeting the diverse needs of not only residents, but also visitors from around the world. With over 63,000 acres of parks, gardens, lakes, trails, natural areas, and the world's largest public golf course system, the Department of Parks and Recreation is committed to providing the public with social, cultural, and recreational activities to enjoy the whole year.
According to this passage:
55% Answer Correctly
The department offers a variety of activities that represent the needs of the community.
The natural areas of Los Angeles County are one of the biggest attractions for visitors.
The County has boasted the largest public golf course system since 1944.
The Department of Parks and Recreation focuses its efforts entirely on recreational activities.

Solution
The passage states that Department meets the diverse needs of both residents and visitors.