Free VCE Assessment Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following is the most effective way to start an analytical essay on a novel?

Accepted Answer

Presenting a thesis statement that outlines your argument

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Providing a detailed summary of the plot

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Introducing the main characters and their relationships

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Listing all the themes present in the novel

Question 2

What is the derivative of the function 
𝑓(𝑥)=5𝑥³−3𝑥²+2𝑥−4?

Accepted Answer

f ′(𝑥)=15𝑥²−6𝑥+2

Answer

f ′(𝑥)=15𝑥²−3𝑥+2

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f ′(𝑥)=15𝑥²−6𝑥-4

Answer

f ′(𝑥)=5𝑥²−3𝑥+4

Question 3

Which of the following compounds is an example of an ionic compound?

Accepted Answer

NaCl

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H₂O

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CO₂

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CH₄

Question 4

Which process is responsible for the exchange of gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide) in the alveoli of the lungs?

Accepted Answer

Simple diffusion

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Active transport

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Osmosis

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Facilitated diffusion

Question 5

In operant conditioning, which schedule of reinforcement is most resistant to extinction?

Accepted Answer

Variable ratio

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Fixed interval

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Variable interval

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Fixed ratio