Reading Comprehension Critical Thinking Flashcards
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A bus schedule shows Route 12 arrives at Main Street at 8:05 AM, 8:35 AM, and 9:05 AM. Maria arrives at the stop at 8:10 AM. When is the earliest she can board Route 12?
Answer: 8:35 AM
She arrived at 8:10 AM, which is after the 8:05 AM bus, so the next available bus is the 8:35 AM one.
A workplace safety notice reads: 'Hard hats must be worn at all times in the construction zone.' An employee enters the zone without a hat to retrieve a dropped tool. Which statement is true?
Answer: The employee is violating the safety rule
The notice says 'at all times,' which means no exceptions, including brief entries to retrieve items.
A passage states: 'Rosa saved $50 each month for a year.' What is the total amount Rosa saved?
Answer: $600
Multiplying $50 per month by 12 months in a year equals $600 total savings.
A food label lists the following allergens: 'Contains wheat, milk, and soy.' A person with a soy allergy wants to eat this product. What should she do?
Answer: Avoid this product because it contains soy
The label clearly states the product contains soy, so a person with a soy allergy should not eat it.
A paragraph reads: 'The hiking trail is rated 'Difficult.' Hikers should be in good physical condition and bring plenty of water.' What is the main purpose of this text?
Answer: To warn and prepare hikers for a challenging trail
The text provides safety information to help hikers prepare appropriately for a difficult trail.
A utility bill shows: 'Amount due: $85. Due date: July 15. Late fee after July 15: $10.' If a customer pays $85 on July 20, how much does she actually owe?
Answer: $95
Paying after July 15 triggers the $10 late fee, bringing the total owed to $95.
A sign in a laundromat reads: 'Please remove clothes promptly when the cycle ends. Other customers are waiting.' What behavior does this sign encourage?
Answer: Being considerate of other customers by not leaving clothes sitting in machines
The sign asks customers to promptly remove clothes so others can use the machines, promoting shared-space consideration.