Psychometric Test Psychometric (Reading) 3

Question 1

A passage states all engineers attended the seminar, and Maria is an engineer. It follows that:

Accepted Answer

Maria attended the seminar

Answer

If all engineers attended and Maria is an engineer, she attended.

Question 2

The word 'ambiguous' in a reading passage most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

Open to more than one interpretation

Answer

'Ambiguous' describes something with multiple possible meanings.

Question 3

A passage's tone is described as 'skeptical.' This suggests the author is:

Accepted Answer

Doubtful and questioning

Answer

A skeptical tone reflects doubt and a tendency to question claims.

Question 4

If a passage says profits 'declined marginally,' profits:

Accepted Answer

Dropped by a small amount

Answer

'Marginally' means by a small or slight degree.

Question 5

Which is the best strategy when a reading question gives a long passage and limited time?

Accepted Answer

Skim for structure, then read the question and locate the relevant section

Answer

Skimming for structure then targeting the relevant section saves time and improves accuracy.

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