NCRC Reading for Information 2

Question 1

A job posting reads: 'Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of relevant experience. A CDL is preferred but not required.' Which candidate is most qualified?

Accepted Answer

GED, 2 years experience, CDL holder

Answer

This candidate meets all required qualifications (GED, 2 years experience) and also has the preferred CDL.

Question 2

A chart shows a company's quarterly revenue: Q1=$120K, Q2=$145K, Q3=$130K, Q4=$160K. Which quarter had the highest revenue?

Accepted Answer

Q4

Answer

Q4 at $160K is the highest value among all four quarters.

Question 3

A training manual states an employee 'should' complete a form before submitting a request, versus a policy that states they 'must.' What is the key difference?

Accepted Answer

'Must' indicates a requirement; 'should' indicates a recommendation

Answer

In workplace documents, 'must' signals a mandatory requirement while 'should' signals a strong recommendation.

Question 4

A schedule shows: Monday 8 AM–4 PM, Tuesday 10 AM–6 PM, Thursday 7 AM–3 PM, Friday 9 AM–5 PM. How many total hours are scheduled?

Accepted Answer

32 hours

Answer

Each shift is 8 hours; 4 shifts × 8 hours = 32 hours total.

Question 5

A notice reads: 'Parking passes must be renewed annually. Failure to display a valid pass will result in the vehicle being towed at the owner's expense.' What does 'at the owner's expense' mean?

Accepted Answer

The owner pays the towing cost

Answer

'At the owner's expense' means the vehicle's owner is financially responsible for the towing cost.

NCRC - National Career Readiness Certificate Practice Test

NCRC - National Career Readiness Certificate Practice Test

NCRC Reading for Information 2