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  1. A notice on a bus reads: 'Priority seating is available for elderly, disabled, and pregnant passengers. Please offer your seat if requested.' What does this notice ask you to do?

    Answer: Give up your seat to those who need it more if they ask

    Priority seating is designated for vulnerable passengers. The notice asks other passengers to offer their seat when requested by someone who qualifies.

  2. You read in a tenancy agreement: 'The tenant must provide one calendar month's written notice before vacating the property. Notice must be received by the first of the month.' If you want to leave on 30th April, by when must you give notice?

    Answer: 1st March

    Notice must be received by the first of the month, and one full calendar month is required. To leave on 30th April, notice must arrive by 1st March, giving one full calendar month (March) of notice.

  3. A supermarket receipt shows: 'Clubcard savings this shop: £3.45. Total Clubcard points earned: 127. Points expire 24 months from issue.' What happens to your points after 24 months?

    Answer: They become invalid and can no longer be used

    The receipt states points expire after 24 months, meaning they become invalid and worthless if not used within that timeframe.

  4. A workplace memo states: 'All staff must complete the mandatory fire safety training by 31st March. Failure to complete the training may result in disciplinary action.' What does 'mandatory' mean here?

    Answer: The training is compulsory and must be completed

    'Mandatory' means required or compulsory. The memo reinforces this by warning of disciplinary action for non-completion, confirming it is not optional.

  5. An instruction leaflet for medicine reads: 'Take one tablet twice daily with food. Do not exceed the stated dose. If symptoms persist for more than 7 days, consult your doctor.' How many tablets should you take per day?

    Answer: Two tablets per day

    'One tablet twice daily' means taking one tablet two times a day, totalling two tablets per day. The instruction to not exceed the stated dose confirms this limit.

  6. A letter from HMRC reads: 'Your tax code for the year 2025-26 is 1257L. This means you can earn £12,570 before paying Income Tax. If you believe this is incorrect, contact us within 30 days.' What does the tax code 1257L represent?

    Answer: Your personal tax-free allowance for the year

    The letter explains that 1257L means you can earn £12,570 before paying tax — this is your personal allowance, the amount of income that is tax-free.