Nursing Elites

1. An Egyptian model pyramid has a square base side length of 10cm and a height of 8cm. What is its volume?

• A. 20 cu cm
• B. 40 cu cm
• C. 80 cu cm
• D. 160 cu cm

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Use the formula for volume of a pyramid: (1/3) * base area * height. Calculate the base area (10cm * 10cm = 100 sq cm) and substitute: (1/3) * 100 sq cm * 8cm = 80 cu cm.

2. What is the tone of the following sentence: "The presentation was informative and engaging."

• A. Sarcastic
• B. Neutral
• C. Angry
• D. Confused

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The sentence objectively describes the presentation without expressing any specific emotions.

3. Which number is the opposite of -3?

• A. -6
• B. 3
• C. 0
• D. 6

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The opposite of a number is the one with the same distance from zero but on the opposite side of the number line. So, the opposite of -3 is 3.

4. Ms. Valencia is responsible to the number of personnel reporting to her. This principle refers

• A. Span of control
• B. Unity of command
• C. Carrot and stick principle
• D. Esprit d’ corp

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Unity of command. Unity of command is a fundamental principle of management stating that each employee should receive orders from only one supervisor to avoid confusion and ensure clarity in the chain of command. In this scenario, Ms. Valencia's responsibility for the number of personnel reporting to her aligns with the concept of unity of command. Span of control refers to the number of subordinates a supervisor can efficiently manage, while the carrot and stick principle involves motivating employees through rewards and punishments. Esprit d’ corp refers to the sense of unity and camaraderie within a group.

5. A ball is rolling across the floor and comes to a stop on its own. What force caused the ball to stop?

• A. Gravitational force
• B. Normal force from the floor
• C. Air resistance
• D. None of the above

Correct answer: C

Rationale: In the absence of other forces, air resistance will gradually slow down the ball until it stops.

6. Which additional information would be MOST helpful in further understanding the issue of microplastics?

• A. The economic costs associated with plastic pollution cleanup.
• B. The specific types of microbes used in bioremediation processes.
• C. The historical timeline of plastic production and its global distribution.
• D. The aesthetic impact of plastic pollution on beaches and tourism.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Understanding the specific microbes used in bioremediation would directly contribute to knowledge about the solution proposed in the passage.

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