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1. Choose the meaning of the word 'predispose' in the following sentence: 'Being overweight may predispose a person to diabetes.'

• A. Make susceptible
• B. Bring to light
• C. Save from harm
• D. Pass over

Correct answer: A

Rationale: In this context, the word 'predispose' means to create a tendency or susceptibility towards a particular condition or outcome. It implies an increased likelihood or vulnerability. Options B, C, and D are incorrect because 'predispose' does not mean 'bring to light,' 'save from harm,' or 'pass over.' The correct choice is A as it accurately reflects the idea of making someone more susceptible to a specific condition or situation.

2. Select the sentence in which 'legal' is used as an adjective.

• A. He is a legal resident of the United States
• B. This is a legal action
• C. That action was legal
• D. He acted in a legal way

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'He is a legal resident of the United States.' In this sentence, 'legal' is used to describe the type of resident he is, making it an adjective. The other choices use 'legal' as part of a noun phrase or an adverbial phrase, not as an adjective. Choice B uses 'legal' to describe the type of action, making it a noun adjunct. Choice C uses 'legal' to describe the legality of the action, making it part of an adjectival phrase. Choice D uses 'legal' to describe the manner in which he acted, making it an adverb.

3. An overt symptom is ___________.

• A. dangerous
• B. hidden
• C. obvious
• D. controlled

Correct answer: C

Rationale: An overt symptom is a symptom that is easily noticeable or observable. It is not hidden or controlled, but rather overt and easily seen or identified by others. Therefore, the correct answer is C, 'obvious.' 'Dangerous' (choice A) does not describe the visibility of a symptom but rather its potential harm. 'Hidden' (choice B) is the opposite of overt, meaning not easily visible. 'Controlled' (choice D) does not relate to the visibility of a symptom but rather implies regulation or management.'

4. What is another word for Asymmetric?

• A. Even
• B. Uneven
• C. Identical
• D. Matching

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Uneven.' Asymmetric means lacking symmetry or being uneven, so the term 'Uneven' is the most appropriate synonym. 'Even' (choice A) means equal or level, which is the opposite of asymmetric. 'Identical' (choice C) means similar or the same, and 'Matching' (choice D) means corresponding or fitting together, neither of which captures the meaning of asymmetric.

5. What does the quoted word 'equilibrium' mean in the following sentence?

• A. Ability to speak
• B. Sense of taste
• C. Sense of balance
• D. Ability to swallow

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: 'Sense of balance.' In the sentence provided, 'equilibrium' refers to a state of physical balance or stability. The client lost his balance when he woke up, indicating a loss of stability or equilibrium. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because 'equilibrium' specifically refers to balance, not the ability to speak, sense of taste, or ability to swallow.

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