Reading and Text Interpretation Flashcards

A train timetable shows Platform 3 departures: 09:12, 09:45, 10:18, 10:51. What is the interval between each train?

Answer: 33 minutes

09:45 - 09:12 = 33 minutes. This interval repeats consistently.

A workplace policy document includes the heading: 'Scope'. What type of information would you expect to find under this heading?

Answer: Who and what situations the policy applies to

'Scope' in a policy document defines the boundaries — who it applies to and in what circumstances.

A payslip shows: Gross Pay $1,200, Tax Withheld $240, Net Pay $960. What is the relationship between gross pay, tax, and net pay?

Answer: Net Pay = Gross Pay - Tax

Net Pay = Gross Pay - Tax Withheld. $1,200 - $240 = $960.

A job ad lists: 'Certificate III required. Minimum 2 years experience. Valid driver's licence essential.' An applicant has a Cert III and 3 years experience, but no driver's licence. Are they eligible?

Answer: No, because they lack a driver's licence

All three requirements must be met. The applicant lacks a valid driver's licence, which is listed as essential.

A graph shows energy consumption over 12 months. The bars are tallest in June and July. What does this most likely indicate?

Answer: The family uses more energy in winter for heating

In Australia, June and July are winter months. Higher energy consumption during winter is consistent with using heating.

An employment contract states: 'This contract may be terminated by either party with four weeks written notice.' What does this mean for an employee?

Answer: Either the employee or employer must give four weeks notice to end the contract

'Either party' means both the employee and the employer must give four weeks written notice to end the employment.