Nursing Elites

1. In a lesson on mass media, a teacher is showing commercials and analyzing their hidden messages. Which of the following is an example of a commercial that claims professional authority not supported by evidence?

• A. A commercial selling pain relief featuring a professional basketball player who says he uses the product
• B. A commercial for cold medicine narrated by a man in a doctor's coat
• C. A commercial for a new toy showing footage of children playing happily with it
• D. A commercial for a prepared food with testimonials by real consumers

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The commercial for cold medicine narrated by a man in a doctor's coat is the correct answer. This commercial claims professional authority without providing any evidence of the narrator's credentials. While the man may appear to be a doctor with his coat, there is no proof that he is actually a medical professional or that the product is recommended by experts. This lack of evidence can mislead consumers by giving the product an air of legitimacy and credibility without factual support. Choices A, C, and D do not fit the criteria as they involve a professional athlete endorsing a product, children enjoying a toy, and real consumers providing testimonials respectively.

2. Due to his many interests and pursuits, Eratosthenes dabbled in a variety of fields, and he is credited with a theory known as the sieve of Eratosthenes. This is an early algorithm used to determine prime numbers. To which section of the library should Jorgen go to find out more about the current applications of the sieve of Eratosthenes?

• A. 0
• B. 100
• C. 400
• D. 500

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Jorgen should go to the 500 section of the library, which is dedicated to science and mathematics. The sieve of Eratosthenes is a mathematical concept, so current applications and research related to it would be found in this section. Choice A (0) is incorrect as it is for general works. Choice B (100) is for philosophy and psychology, which are unrelated to mathematics. Choice C (400) is for languages, not mathematics.

3. What is the meaning of the word deceptive as it is used in the fifth paragraph?

• A. misleading
• B. malicious
• C. illegal
• D. irritating

Correct answer: A

Rationale: In the context of the fifth paragraph, the word 'deceptive' is used to describe actions that are misleading or giving a false impression. It does not directly imply malice, illegality, or irritation, but rather that the actions are meant to mislead or deceive others. Choice A is correct as it aligns with the definition of 'deceptive' in this context. Choice B, 'malicious,' implies a deliberate intent to harm, which is not necessarily conveyed by the term 'deceptive' in this paragraph. Choice C, 'illegal,' does not capture the essence of misleading actions without specifically addressing the legality aspect. Choice D, 'irritating,' is unrelated to the meaning of 'deceptive' as used in this context.

4. Which of the following lines from the passage supports the inference that Hedy Lamarr worked earnestly to achieve her goals?

• A. She began starring in American films with MGM studios in the late 1930s and early 1940s
• B. She even spent time working with the science engineering team employed by Howard Hughes, the aviation tycoon
• C. Her roles generally did not include very many spoken lines and she became bored
• D. ... but she did not allow that to stop her from teaching herself in her spare time.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D, as it showcases Hedy Lamarr's determination and hard work towards achieving her goals. Despite facing challenges, such as not having many spoken lines in her roles, she persevered by teaching herself in her spare time. Choice A talks about her success in starring in American films but does not directly relate to her working earnestly. Choice B mentions her collaboration with Howard Hughes' science engineering team, which indicates involvement but not necessarily hard work towards personal goals. Choice C describes her becoming bored due to the lack of spoken lines in her roles and does not highlight her dedication and effort to achieve her aspirations.

5. Which word in the passage shows that the plunger is depressed and air is pushed out at the same time?

• A. Out
• B. Continued
• C. As
• D. Causes

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is 'C: As.' In the provided extract, the word 'As' is used to indicate the simultaneous action of depressing the plunger and pushing out the air. It establishes a connection between the two actions, showing that they occur together. Choice A, 'Out,' refers to the result of pushing the air out, not the action happening simultaneously. Choice B, 'Continued,' suggests a subsequent action rather than a simultaneous one. Choice D, 'Causes,' indicates a cause-and-effect relationship, not the action happening simultaneously like the word 'As' does.

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