GATB GATB - General Aptitude Test Battery Reading Comprehension Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Passage: "Regular vehicle maintenance, including oil changes every 3,000 to 5,000 miles, helps extend engine life and prevents costly breakdowns.
Neglecting routine service can void manufacturer warranties." What is one consequence of neglecting routine vehicle maintenance?

Accepted Answer

Voided warranties

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Improved fuel efficiency

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Reduced insurance premiums

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Faster acceleration

Question 2

Passage: "A work order is a document that authorizes and describes a task to be performed. It typically includes a description of the work, required materials, estimated hours, and the assigned worker." Which of the following is NOT typically included in a work order according to the passage?

Accepted Answer

Worker's home address

Answer

Description of work

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Required materials

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Estimated hours

Question 3

Passage: "Lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures ensure that dangerous machines are properly shut off and cannot be restarted before maintenance or servicing work is completed. This prevents the unexpected release of energy." What is the main goal of LOTO procedures?

Accepted Answer

To prevent unexpected energy release during maintenance

Answer

To speed up machine operation

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To log machine usage hours

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To train new operators

Question 4

Passage: "Ergonomics is the science of designing tools, workstations, and tasks to fit the worker. Proper ergonomic design can reduce fatigue, prevent injury, and increase productivity." According to the passage, what does proper ergonomic design increase?

Accepted Answer

Productivity

Answer

Machine speed

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Overhead costs

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Employee turnover

Question 5

Passage: "Hazardous materials must be labeled with the name of the substance, the associated hazards, and the name and address of the manufacturer. Labels must be legible and written in English." In what language must hazardous materials labels be written?

Accepted Answer

English

Answer

Any official US language

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Spanish

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The worker's native language

Question 6

Passage: "A grievance procedure is a formal process that allows employees to raise concerns about workplace conditions, policies, or treatment. It typically involves multiple steps, starting with a discussion with a direct supervisor." What is the first step in a typical grievance procedure?

Accepted Answer

Discussion with a direct supervisor

Answer

Filing a lawsuit

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Contacting a labor board

Answer

Meeting with the CEO

Passage: "Regular vehicle maintenance, including oil changes every 3,000 to 5,000 miles, helps extend engine life and prevents costly breakdowns.Neglecting routine service can void manufacturer warranties." What is one consequence of neglecting routine vehicle maintenance?

Passage: "Regular vehicle maintenance, including oil changes every 3,000 to 5,000 miles, helps extend engine life and prevents costly breakdowns.
Neglecting routine service can void manufacturer warranties." What is one consequence of neglecting routine vehicle maintenance?