CLBPT - Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Test Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Reading for Information 1

Question 1

A job posting reads: 'Part-time cashier wanted. Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Starting wage: $17.50/hour. Requirements: Must be 16 or older, available weekends for training. Benefits available after 90 days.' How many hours per week does this position offer?

Accepted Answer

25 hours

Answer

The job runs 5 hours per day (9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.) across 5 weekdays, giving 5 × 5 = 25 hours per week.

Question 2

A bus schedule reads: 'Route 42 departures from Main Street — 7:15 a.m., 8:00 a.m., 8:45 a.m., 9:30 a.m. Travel time to City Hall: 20 minutes.' Maria has an appointment at City Hall at 9:00 a.m. What is the latest bus she can take?

Accepted Answer

8:00 a.m.

Answer

The 8:00 a.m. bus arrives at City Hall at 8:20 a.m., before her 9:00 a.m. appointment. The 8:45 a.m. bus would arrive at 9:05 a.m., which is too late.

Question 3

A water bill states: 'Billing period: April 1–April 30. Water used: 18 cubic metres. Rate: $2.75 per cubic metre. Fixed service charge: $12.00. Total amount due: $61.50. Payment due: May 15.' What is the charge for water consumption only, not including the fixed service charge?

Accepted Answer

$49.50

Answer

18 cubic metres × $2.75 = $49.50. The fixed service charge of $12.00 is added separately, giving the total of $61.50.

Question 4

A prescription label reads: 'Amoxicillin 500 mg. Take ONE capsule THREE times daily with food. Complete the full course. Qty: 21 capsules. Refills: 0.' For how many days should the patient take this medication?

Accepted Answer

7 days

Answer

21 capsules ÷ 3 capsules per day = 7 days. The patient takes one capsule three times a day until all 21 are gone.

Question 5

A store return policy sign reads: 'Returns accepted within 30 days of purchase with original receipt. Items must be unused and in original packaging. Sale items: exchange or store credit only — no cash refunds. Electronics: 14-day return window.' A customer bought a regularly priced kitchen blender 25 days ago but has lost the receipt. Can they return it for a refund?

Accepted Answer

No, the original receipt is required

Answer

The policy clearly states that a return requires the original receipt. Even though 25 days is within the 30-day window, the missing receipt disqualifies the return.

CLBPT - Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Test Practice Test

CLBPT - Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Test Practice Test

CLBPT - Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Test Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Reading for Information 1