Reading Comprehension Functional Literacy Flashcards

A medicine label says: 'Take 1 tablet every 8 hours. Do not exceed 3 tablets in 24 hours.' If you took a tablet at 8 AM, when can you take the next one?

Answer: 4 PM

Every 8 hours after 8 AM means the next dose is at 4 PM.

A lease agreement states: 'Rent is due on the 1st of each month. A $50 late fee applies after the 5th.' If you pay on the 6th, how much do you owe for a $900/month apartment?

Answer: $950

The $50 late fee is added to the $900 rent because payment is after the 5th, totaling $950.

A job posting reads: 'Must be available weekends. Prior customer service experience preferred.' Which applicant is MOST qualified?

Answer: Available weekends, 2 years in customer service

This applicant meets the required weekend availability and the preferred customer service experience.

A utility bill shows: 'Previous balance: $45.00 | Payment received: $45.00 | Current charges: $62.30 | Amount due: $62.30.' What does this mean?

Answer: You paid last month's bill in full and now owe this month's charges

The previous balance was fully paid, so only the current charges of $62.30 remain due.

A warning sign reads: 'WET FLOOR — Caution: Slippery Surface.' What should you do when you see this sign?

Answer: Walk carefully or use another route

The sign warns of a hazard, so you should walk carefully or find another path to avoid falling.

A food label lists: 'Serving size: 1 cup (240mL) | Servings per container: 2 | Calories: 150.' How many calories are in the entire container?

Answer: 300

150 calories per serving multiplied by 2 servings equals 300 total calories in the container.

A bus schedule shows Route 12 departs at 7:15, 7:45, 8:15, and 8:45 AM. If you arrive at the stop at 7:50 AM, which bus do you catch?

Answer: 8:15 AM bus

The 7:45 AM bus already left, so the next available departure is at 8:15 AM.