Psychometric Test Psychometric (Reading) 2

Question 1

A passage states: 'The committee approved the budget despite reservations from two members.' What can be concluded?

Accepted Answer

Not all members fully supported the budget

Answer

Two members had reservations, so support was not unanimous even though it passed.

Question 2

In reading comprehension, the 'main idea' of a passage is best described as:

Accepted Answer

The central point the author conveys overall

Answer

The main idea is the overarching point that the whole passage supports.

Question 3

A text says rainfall 'increased steadily then plateaued.' This means rainfall:

Accepted Answer

Rose, then leveled off

Answer

'Plateaued' means it became stable after the steady increase.

Question 4

When a question asks for an 'inference,' you should choose the answer that is:

Accepted Answer

Logically supported but not stated outright

Answer

Inferences are conclusions reasonably drawn from the text but not explicitly written.

Question 5

A passage uses the word 'meticulous' to describe a worker. This most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

Extremely careful and precise

Answer

'Meticulous' describes someone who pays great attention to detail.

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