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  1. A notice posted in a condominium lobby reads: 'Water will be shut off on Tuesday, April 8th from 9 AM to 3 PM for pipe maintenance. Please store water in advance.' What should residents do?

    Answer: Prepare by storing water before Tuesday

    The notice advises residents to store water in advance of the planned shutdown.

  2. A pharmacy receipt shows: 'Prescription #4521 — Amoxicillin 500mg — Take 1 capsule 3 times daily with food — Refills remaining: 2 — Dr. Patel.' How many capsules should be taken per day?

    Answer: Three capsules

    The instructions state 'Take 1 capsule 3 times daily,' which equals 3 capsules per day.

  3. A library poster states: 'Free English conversation circles every Wednesday, 6-7:30 PM. All levels welcome. No registration needed. Childcare available.' Who is the target audience?

    Answer: Anyone wanting to practise English, regardless of level

    'All levels welcome' and 'No registration needed' indicate the program is open to anyone wanting to practise English.

  4. A news article headline reads: 'Toronto Transit Commission Announces Fare Increase Starting September.' The first paragraph states: 'Adult single fares will rise from $3.35 to $3.50, while monthly passes increase to $156.' How much will a single adult fare increase?

    Answer: $0.15

    The fare increases from $3.35 to $3.50, a difference of $0.15.

  5. An email from a landlord reads: 'Dear Tenant, This is to confirm that your lease has been renewed for another 12 months, effective August 1, 2026. Your monthly rent will remain at $1,200. Please sign the attached agreement and return it by July 15th.' What must the tenant do?

    Answer: Sign and return the agreement by July 15th

    The email specifically asks the tenant to sign the attached agreement and return it by July 15th.

  6. A pamphlet from Service Canada reads: 'To apply for Employment Insurance (EI), you must have worked a minimum of 420 to 700 insurable hours, depending on your region's unemployment rate.' Why does the required number of hours vary?

    Answer: Because the requirement depends on the regional unemployment rate

    The pamphlet explicitly states that the required hours depend on the unemployment rate in the applicant's region.

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