Nursing Elites

1. What does the phrase 'think outside the box' encourage individuals to do?

• A. Follow established procedures.
• B. Be creative and find new solutions.
• C. Accept traditional ideas.
• D. Avoid making mistakes.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The expression 'think outside the box' promotes creativity and innovation by urging individuals to consider unconventional and original ideas to solve problems or tasks, rather than sticking to conventional or traditional methods. This phrase emphasizes the importance of exploring new perspectives and solutions that are not limited by existing boundaries or norms. Choice A is incorrect because 'think outside the box' encourages individuals to break away from established procedures. Choice C is incorrect as the phrase contradicts accepting traditional ideas. Choice D is incorrect because 'think outside the box' does not focus on avoiding mistakes but rather on exploring new and innovative solutions.

2. Select the correct verb to complete the following sentence: Our family _____________ staying home for the holidays this year.

• A. is
• B. be
• C. am
• D. are

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is 'A: is.' In the sentence, 'Our family is staying home for the holidays this year,' the singular collective noun 'family' requires a singular verb to maintain subject-verb agreement. 'Is' is the correct singular form of the verb to match with 'family.' Choice B 'be' is incorrect as it is the base form of the verb and does not agree with the subject 'family.' Choice C 'am' is incorrect as it is a first-person singular form of the verb 'to be,' which does not align with the subject 'family.' Choice D 'are' is incorrect as it is a plural form of the verb and does not match with the singular subject 'family.'

3. Which of the following sentences contains a correct example of subject-verb agreement?

• A. All of the board members are in agreement on the issue.
• B. Each of the students was concerned about the test scores for the final exam.
• C. Neither of the children is at home right now.
• D. Any of the brownie recipes is perfect for the bake sale.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A. In this sentence, the subject 'all of the board members' is plural, and the verb 'are' agrees with it. In choice B, 'each of the students' is singular, so the verb should be 'was' instead of 'were.' Choice C should use 'is' instead of 'are' since 'neither of the children' is singular. In choice D, 'any of the brownie recipes' is singular, so 'is' should be used instead of 'are.' Therefore, only choice A demonstrates proper subject-verb agreement.

4. Which of the following uses commas in a series correctly?

• A. Jericka went to the store for milk, bread, and eggs.
• B. For breakfast, Jason wanted to make French toast, bacon, and eggs.
• C. Aj had a lot to do the next day, including homework, hockey practice, and chores.
• D. Paz's mom, dad, and sister would come to watch his game.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Option A is the correct answer as it uses commas to separate items in a series ('milk, bread, and eggs'). In option B, the comma after 'bacon' is unnecessary. Option C correctly uses commas to separate the items in the series ('homework, hockey practice, and chores'). Option D incorrectly omits commas between 'mom' and 'dad,' and 'dad' and 'sister,' making it incorrect for a series of three or more items.

5. Which of the following pairs of words includes a suffix that changes the meaning of the second word from the first?

• A. fort; fortification
• B. mount; dismount
• C. flee; fleeing
• D. fame; famous

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D. Adding the suffix '-ous' to 'fame' changes it to an adjective, 'famous,' altering the meaning of the word. Choice A is incorrect because 'fortification' is derived from 'fort' but does not change its meaning significantly. Choice B is incorrect as 'dismount' is related to 'mount' but signifies the opposite action rather than a change in meaning. Choice C is incorrect as 'fleeing' is simply the present participle form of 'flee' and does not alter its fundamental meaning.

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