Nursing Elites

1. What is implied about the rainforest's role in global climate?

• A. The rainforest has little impact on the climate.
• B. The rainforest plays a crucial role in regulating the climate.
• C. The rainforest is mainly important for biodiversity.
• D. The rainforest's destruction has no global consequences.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The rainforest plays a crucial role in regulating the global climate by absorbing carbon dioxide. The extract highlights the fact that trees take in carbon dioxide and give off oxygen. When trees are cut down, the amount of carbon dioxide increases, contributing to global warming. This emphasizes the significant impact of rainforests on the climate. Choice A is incorrect as the extract clearly states the importance of rainforests in absorbing carbon dioxide. Choice C, while true, is not directly related to the implied role of rainforests in regulating the climate. Choice D is also incorrect as the destruction of rainforests does have global consequences, such as contributing to global warming.

2. What is the meaning of the word conform as used in the first paragraph?

• A. Authorize
• B. Fit in
• C. Hand over
• D. Bewilder

Correct answer: B

Rationale: In this context, "conform" means to fit in with societal norms or standards, particularly those related to beauty. The passage describes how individuals may compromise their health to meet these cultural ideals, indicating that conformity relates to adhering to social expectations of beauty, making option B the correct interpretation.

3. What is the meaning of the word "pulses" as it appears in the first paragraph?

• A. The regular throbbing of the arteries caused by successive contractions of the heart
• B. The general attitude of the public or a specific population toward health concerns
• C. The edible seeds produced by legumes such as peas, beans, or lentils
• D. Any type of food with animal origins such as butter, honey, or eggs

Correct answer: C

Rationale: In the context of the passage, "pulses" refers to the edible seeds produced by legumes.

4. Throughout this passage the word suit means?

• A. A set of clothing to be worn together
• B. To be convenient or right for
• C. To request or appeal persistently
• D. One of the four categories in a deck of cards.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: In the passage, the word 'suit' is used in the context of card games, specifically in relation to playing cards of the same category. It refers to being convenient or right for a particular purpose in the game of Bridge. The other choices are incorrect because 'suit' in this passage does not refer to a set of clothing (option A), persistent requesting (option C), or one of the four categories in a deck of cards (option D). The passage clearly explains how the term 'suit' is used in the context of playing cards in the game of Bridge.

5. Which claim from the passage best describes the benefits of nanotechnology?

• A. Scientists can develop novel technologies and products.
• B. Nanotechnology is defined as the understanding and control of matter at dimensions of roughly 1 to 100 nanometers.
• C. The different colors can be used in simple medical tests to indicate infection or disease.
• D. Unique properties of materials emerge.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D because the passage specifically states that at the nanoscale, unique properties of materials emerge, which is a key benefit of nanotechnology. Choice A talks about what scientists can do but does not directly describe the benefits mentioned in the passage. Choice B is the definition of nanotechnology and not a specific benefit. Choice C mentions the use of different colors in medical tests, which is a specific application rather than a general benefit of nanotechnology.

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