Free VCE ATAR Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the purpose of a topic sentence in an essay paragraph?

Accepted Answer

To introduce the main idea of the paragraph

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To summarize the entire essay

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To provide evidence from the text

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To restate the thesis statement

Question 2

The function 𝑓(𝑥)=2𝑒*+5 is given. What is the derivative of 𝑓(𝑥)?

Accepted Answer

f ′(𝑥)=2e*

Answer

f ′(𝑥)=2xe*−1

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f′(𝑥)=2e*+5

Answer

f ′(𝑥)=2𝑥e*

Question 3

Which of the following represents the correct electron configuration for a calcium ion (Ca²⁺)?

Accepted Answer

1s²2s²2p⁶3s²3p⁶

Answer

1s²2s²2p⁶3s²3p⁶4s²

Answer

1s²2s²2p⁶3s²3p⁴

Answer

1s²2s²2p⁶3s²3p⁶4s¹

Question 4

Which type of macromolecule serves as the primary source of energy for most cellular processes?

Accepted Answer

Carbohydrates

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Proteins

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Lipids

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Nucleic acids

Question 5

Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for regulating emotions such as fear and aggression?

Accepted Answer

Amygdala

Answer

Hippocampus

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Cerebellum

Answer

Hypothalamus