Psychometric (Reading) Flashcards
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A passage states: 'The committee approved the budget despite reservations from two members.' What can be concluded?
Answer: Not all members fully supported the budget
Two members had reservations, so support was not unanimous even though it passed.
In reading comprehension, the 'main idea' of a passage is best described as:
Answer: The central point the author conveys overall
The main idea is the overarching point that the whole passage supports.
A text says rainfall 'increased steadily then plateaued.' This means rainfall:
Answer: Rose, then leveled off
'Plateaued' means it became stable after the steady increase.
When a question asks for an 'inference,' you should choose the answer that is:
Answer: Logically supported but not stated outright
Inferences are conclusions reasonably drawn from the text but not explicitly written.
A passage uses the word 'meticulous' to describe a worker. This most nearly means:
Answer: Extremely careful and precise
'Meticulous' describes someone who pays great attention to detail.
If a statement in the passage is presented as the author's opinion, it is characterized by:
Answer: A judgment or belief that can be debated
Opinions reflect personal judgment and are open to disagreement, unlike facts.
A passage concludes: 'Thus, further study is required.' The word 'thus' signals:
Answer: A conclusion drawn from prior points
'Thus' introduces a conclusion that follows from the preceding information.