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Verbal Test 2
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Instructions
This verbal reasoning test comprises 30 questions, and you will have 25 minutes in which to
correctly answer as many as you can.
You will be presented with a passage to read, and a statement about that passage.For each
statement you must select one of the following answers:
True: The statement follows logically from the information contained in the passage.
False: The statement is logically false from the information contained in the passage.
Cannot Say: It is not possible to determine whether the statement is true or false
without further information.
You will have to work quickly and accurately to perform well in this test. If you don’t know the
answer to a question, leave it and come back to it if you have time.
Try to find a time and place where you will not be interrupted during the test. When you
are ready, begin the test.
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Practice Aptitude TestsIn a new study of 3,000 employed men in the 19-70 age range over a
period of 10 years, researchers found that those working for inconsiderate bosses
were more likely to suffer from stress and stress-related illness than those working
for more considerate and enlightened bosses. Previous research had shown that
employees with inconsiderate bosses suffered from high blood pressure, which is
known to increase the risk of heart disease. In this latest survey the researchers
asked employees to assess the competence of their bosses as leaders. They
found that those who had categorisedtheir boss as incompetent were 25% more at
risk of serious heart disease and that this level of risk increased the longer they
continued to work for the same boss. The statistics took into account external
factors such as social class, educational background, lifestyle and any existing
illness. The researchers recommended that should their findings be confirmed,
managers should be given training to help them improve their working
relationships.
Q1 People who think their boss is incompetent are twenty five percent more
likely to suffer stress.
True False Cannot say
Q2 This latest study is the first to suggest a link between the behaviour of
bosses and the blood pressure of their employees.
True False Cannot say
Q3 Managers should be given training to help them improve their working
relationships.
True False Cannot say
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prior written permission from AssessmentDay.The European Space Agency (ESA) is the body which decides the scope
and direction of European space initiatives. It is funded by its participating states,
currently 18 in number. Each state contributes funding according to its own
economic strength. The ESA controls the funding of existing activities such as the
Planar rocket and space station projects but is also responsible for the initiation of
new projects like the next generation of weather satellites. Some of the ESA
projectsare compulsory but others are not, in which case member states are free
to choose whetherthey become involved. There is a direct correlation between the
amount of money that a member state agrees to invest in a programme and the
amount of benefit it can expect in return through contracts awarded to its domestic
space industry. ESA directors are keento maintain a high level of funding from its
member states even in times of global economic downturn since they believe that
a longer-term view is needed to preserve the reputation of European space
technology.
Q4 Efforts toward the Planar rocket have not yet begun.
True False Cannot say
Q5 Financial support provided to the ESA is proportional to each member state’s
gross domestic product.
True False Cannot say
Q6 ESA member states are obliged to contribute to some of the projects
managed by the ESA.
True False Cannot say
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prior written permission from AssessmentDay.Some commentators argue that in times of global economic uncertainty
governments should be boosting flagging economies by investing in major
infrastructureprojects. Governments should grasp the opportunities
presented to tackle global climate change, at the same time as stimulating the
economy, by using this public sector investment to move towards a new low-
carbon economy. Investment is needed in low-carbon (popularly referred to as
‘green’) projects like renewable energy generation, adapting buildings to be more
energy efficient, improving transport networks and even building pipelines to carry
captured CO to undersea storage facilities. No country is untouched by the
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effects of climate change and everyone acknowledges that the political will has to
be found if we are to see any real changes.
Q7 Government investment in green infrastructure projects will promote
economic growth.
True False Cannot say
Q8 Many people anticipate that a flagging economy will benefit green projects.
True False Cannot say
Q9 Some countries are not yet affected by climate change.
True False Cannot say
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prior written permission from AssessmentDay.Tourism is big business. The annual profit and popularity of several top tourist
attractions in the United Kingdom has been researched and presentedby
visitengland.com. Almost 30 million international visitors travel to London every year,
marking the city as the most popular international travel destination in the world. In
2011, London’s most popular tourist attraction was the British Museum. The second
most popular destination was Madame Tussauds. Outside of the capital, popular
tourist destinations include Alton Towers and the Cadburys Factory. Tourist
attractions contribute over two billion pounds to the UK economy and can be seen
as one of the most profitable sectors. This information has not bypassed local
authorities keen to bolster their income; some are spending hundreds of thousands
of pounds on publicity drives. Whilst Essex County Council won’t receive a penny
from ticket sales, they are part-funding a new stadium in the hope that the
increased spending by visitors will filter through to them in the form of business rates
and local taxes.
Q10 In 2011 the British Museum received the most visits of any tourist attraction
in the UK.
True False Cannot say
Q11 Whilst tourism brings in lots of money, the industry is one of the least
profitable.
True False Cannot say
Q12 New York typically receives less than 30 million international visitors each
year.
True False Cannot say
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prior written permission from AssessmentDay.The right of those working in the public sector to strike splits opinion. Many private
sector workers are of the opinion that the cost to tax payers and the consequences of
delays or closures in services outweighs any benefit that may be achieved through
industrial action. In addition to this, public sector employers have been criticised for
their inability to prevent their workers from striking since it is the responsibility of
government to provide for the continual smooth running of public services, many of
which provide a vital aspect of day to day life. An example of this can be seen in the
transport industry, where severe delays can have a knock-on effect on the functioning
of other industries, both public and private. Unions should be encouraged to find a
less disruptive way of settling disputes, and it is said by some that unions in the public
sector shouldn’t exist at all. But then how does the voice of the employee get heard if
there is no union, or at least none which getstaken seriously?
Q13 Government has a responsibility to deliver uninterrupted public services.
True False Cannot say
Q14 There is general consensus that all employees should have the right to
strike.
True False Cannot say
Q15 Some strikes are not disruptive to the economy.
True False Cannot say
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prior written permission from AssessmentDay.Britain is still firmly committed to the EXOMars Robot project even though the scope
and the cost have grown since it was first initiated. The scope of the project has
changed dramatically, mainly due to the inflated expectations of scientists.
According to the European Space Agency (ESA), this change in direction justifies
the almost doubling of the original budget. The increased cost will however have to
be met by the participating countries that originally signed up to fund this
programme. Both Italy, the project leader which provided much of the initial
programme funding, and Britain, will have to significantly increase their contribution
of funding for the EXOMars project. Britain does not begrudge its contributions as it
considers that this project makes the most of its expertise in robotics. To date Britain
has not been involved in other high-profile ESA programmes such as the Columbus
science laboratory and the Arius Rocket project, which could explain why they are
not dragging their heels on this. The ESA now hopes to send the robot to Mars by
2020.
Q16 Britain is the project leader for the EXOMars project.
True False Cannot say
Q17 Britain feels reluctant about its spending on the EXOMars project.
True False Cannot say
Q18 Historically, Britain has tried to avoid ESA high-profile missions.
True False Cannot say
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prior written permission from AssessmentDay.Predicting earthquakes using observable phenomena like phases of the moon,
cloud formations, weather conditions or animal behaviour is a controversial and,
some would say, impossible task. There is little or no verifiable evidence to link
any of these phenomena to predictions of actual seismic activity. Early detection,
as a means of advance warning, is far more reliable than future prediction and
can be done by measuring primary waves (referred to as P-Waves). Prediction is
much flakier science than detection. These non-destructive waves travel faster
through the earth's crust than the harmful and destructive secondary waves and
so can provide a valuable, albeit short, advance warning. This effectof different
speed waves can be likened to the relationship between light and sound; we see
lightning before we hear the thunder. Some people believe that animals can
detect P-Waves and that this is what causes them to start behaving strangely.
Other possibilities of animal’s behaviour shortly before an earthquake are that
they are reacting to the low-frequency electromagnetic signals caused by the
fracturing of crystalline rock during the early stages of an earthquake.
Q19 Methods of detecting earthquakes are more reliable than methods of
predicting earthquakes.
True False Cannot say
Q20 Primary waves travel at a similar speed to sound waves.
True False Cannot say
Q21 Electromagnetic signals can be caused by the fracturing of crystalline rock.
True False Cannot say
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prior written permission from AssessmentDay.Scientists have been able to successfully genetically modify plants, animals and
micro-organisms for a number of years. They do this by manipulating genes to
produce genetic changes, which could in theory occur naturally. Supporters of
genetically modified(GM) organisms claim that the benefits, such as being able to
produce crops that are resistant to disease, will help alleviate world food shortages.
Many environmentalists believe that the accidental release of genetically modified
organisms into the environment is genetic pollution and they fear that the
uncontrolled interbreeding of modified organisms with those occurring naturally will
contaminate the environment in unforeseen and possibly dangerous ways. They
point out that experiments done by researchers to reassure the public about the
safety of GM crops have been carried out under scientifically-controlled conditions
which are far-removed from the actual working conditions of food producers.
Q22 There have been no experiments involving GM crops which have been
carried out in a scientifically-controlled environment.
True False Cannot say
Q23 Genetic change in plants could occur without the intervention of humans.
True False Cannot say
Q24 Some people expect global food shortages without the use of GM crops
True False Cannot say
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prior written permission from AssessmentDay.The carbonated soft-drinks industry is the most profitable drinks industry. There are
three reasons for this. Firstly, the cost of producing carbonated drinks, such as cola
and lemonade, costs the producer a fraction of the item’s selling price to make.
Secondly, carbonated soft-drinks are purchased by the largest cross-section of
society. Not only are soft-drinks popular amongst children and teenagers, they are
a common addition to alcoholic beverages and often chosen by adults wishing to
avoid alcohol. So the large target-audience of soft-drinks is another factor which
contributes to the profitability of such products. Finally, research suggests that
certain carbonated soft-drinks contain chemicals which have a mildly addictive
quality. Caffeine is one such substance but there may be others. Therefore, many
consumers of carbonated drinks are likely to be affected by such substances,
leading to repeat purchases and even dependence. Such factors are to the
advantage of the industry and lead to the increased profitability of their products but
are frowned upon by industry regulators.
Q25 Adults are more likely to buy a soft drink than an alcoholic drink.
True False Cannot say
Q26 A can of carbonated soft drink will make more profit than a can of non-
carbonated drink.
True False Cannot say
Q27 Caffeine is mildly addictive.
True False Cannot say
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prior written permission from AssessmentDay.There are statistics which suggest that in some of the most underdeveloped
countries almost one half of the population is aged between 10 and 19. These
countries have experienced a much smaller decrease in birth rates than has been
seen in more developed countries. Charities and other agencies arecalling for
additional funds to be made available to provide improved education for these
young people as well as easier access to contraception. Aside from this is also a
global increase in the number of people aged 65 or older. In the next 50 years,
95% of this increase will happen in developing countries like India, while in
countries such as Japan, Germany and Italy the percentage of the population aged
65 or more is set to rise to 40%. Increases in the numbers of the very young and
the very old place stress on societies, and governments may find it difficult to cope
with the demands of an increasing number of dependent elderly citizens in addition
to providing healthcare and education for the young.
Q28 The percent of the population under the age of 19 is higher in developing
countries than it is in developed countries.
True False Cannot say
Q29 The world as a whole is seeing more people over the age of 65.
True False Cannot say
Q30 Declines in birth rates are not limited to developed countries.
True False Cannot say
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