ASVAB Paragraph Comprehension Practice Test 999934 Results

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Questions 5 5
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1
The Marion County Board of Supervisors has appointed a newly established Workforce Investment Board (WIB) , which will implement the Workforce Investment Act of 1998. WIB’s mandate is to provide key policy decisions affecting the local workforce development system, and to identify and certify the areas within Marion County where WorkSource Texas Centers are located to be designated as Workforce Investment Areas.
According to this passage:
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The Workforce Investment Act will put into practice the Workforce Investment Board.
WIB is chiefly responsible for providing decisions related to policy.
County Board of Supervisors passed the Workforce Investment Act.
WorkSource Texas Centers are unique to areas within Marion County.
Solution
The passage states that the WIB is mandated to "provide key policy decisions".
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:
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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.
Experienced Reserve Deputies supervise new volunteer Reserve Deputies.
Members of the community who become Reserve Deputie s have a desire to give back to the community.
Solution
The passage states that Reserve Deputies are "people who want to serve their community."
3
The 1980 New York Mets season was the 19th regular season for the Mets, who played home games at Shea Stadium. Led by manager Joe Torre, the team had a 67-95 record, yielding a 5th place finish in the National League East.
In the context of this paragraph, the word "yielding" most closely means:
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Giving way under pressure.
Complying with the requests or desires of others.
Being flexible.
Being submissive.
4
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:
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The Education Department of the County Museum o f Art targets its educational materials to children.
Retired teachers serve as program designers and instructors at the museum.
Educational opportunities are restricted to the museum’s permanent collection.
The learning experience provided by the museum can be enhanced through programs developed by the Education Department.
Solution
The passage states that the Education Department’s programs and resources are "designed to extend the museum experience."
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:
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The Department of Parks and Recreation focuses its efforts entirely on recreational activities.
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.
Solution
The passage states that Department meets the diverse needs of both residents and visitors.