BSEP Inference and Drawing Conclusions 4

Question 1

A doctor's note says a patient should 'avoid strenuous activity for two weeks.' The patient wants to know if they can jog. What can be inferred?

Accepted Answer

Jogging is likely considered strenuous and should be avoided.

Answer

Jogging raises heart rate and exerts the body significantly, making it fall under the category of strenuous activity.

Question 2

A reading passage describes a town where all wells ran dry after three consecutive summers with little rainfall. What can you infer?

Accepted Answer

Prolonged drought reduced the groundwater supply.

Answer

Three consecutive dry summers would significantly reduce groundwater recharge, leading to wells running dry.

Question 3

A letter states: 'Thank you for your application. After careful review, we have decided to move forward with other candidates.' What should the reader infer?

Accepted Answer

The reader was rejected for the position.

Answer

Moving forward with 'other candidates' is standard phrasing used to politely communicate rejection.

Question 4

A passage reads: 'Rosa hadn't eaten since breakfast, and by 3 p.m. her hands were shaking and she couldn't concentrate.' What can you infer?

Accepted Answer

Rosa is likely experiencing the effects of low blood sugar from not eating.

Answer

Shakiness and difficulty concentrating after a long period without food are classic signs of low blood sugar.

Question 5

An advertisement says: 'Nine out of ten dentists recommend BrightSmile toothpaste.' What is the most accurate inference a reader should draw?

Accepted Answer

A majority of dentists surveyed recommend BrightSmile.

Answer

The statistic only tells you the majority of dentists surveyed preferred it; it does not prove it is scientifically superior to all others.

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BSEP Inference and Drawing Conclusions 4