CODESP Employee Selection Procedures

The central thought or controlling idea of a paragraph, typically expressed in the topic sentence, and developed through supporting sentences.

The first sentence in a paragraph; introduces the main idea of the paragraph.

Sentences in a paragraph that provide details, examples, or explanations to support the main idea.

The last sentence of a paragraph, which summarizes or concludes the main idea, transitions to the next paragraph, or draws a specific conclusion.

Arranging ideas in a paragraph in a clear, logical order, where each sentence builds upon another to support the main idea.

A structured plan, including specific actions, necessary for achieving healthy weight loss.

Both a well-defined plan and the determination to carry it out are critical for successful weight loss

Picking out the central thought of a paragraph by looking at the core idea being discussed and supported

Finding the word in a sentence that doesn't fit grammatically or contextually.

Comprehending the significance and application of a word in a sentence.

Selecting the most suitable word or phrase appropriate for a sentence, considering grammatical rules and context.

Evaluating how a keyword is utilized in various sentences; determining if a similar meaning and grammatical context exists.

Understanding a word's meaning from its surrounding words and sentence structure.

Recognizing the topic or central message of a sentence.

Assess whether a given sentence or paragraph's word choice and structure is consistent and grammatically correct.

Choosing the correct answer from multiple options that demonstrates appropriate understanding of a word or phrase.

Words that have the same meaning.

Words that have opposite meanings.

Words that show action.

Words that modify verbs.

Words that name a person, place, thing, or idea.

Words that take the place of nouns.

Words that modify or describe nouns or pronouns.

Words that join words, phrases, clauses, or sentences.

To convert a decimal to a fraction, remove the decimal, divide by 10, 100, or 1000 (depending on the decimal place value) and simplify.

A number containing a whole number and a fraction.

A fraction with a numerator larger than the denominator.

Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator to the product, and keep the denominator the same.

Make the denominator 1 for the whole number.

Breaking down a number into its prime factors, the smallest prime numbers that multiply to give the original number. For example, the prime factorization of 12 is 2 x 2 x 3.

The prime factor that appears the most number of times in the prime factorization of a number. For example, in the prime factorization of 12 (2 x 2 x 3), the most frequent prime factor is 2.

When communicating with parents from a different culture, it's crucial to acknowledge and respect their cultural norms and values.

These plans are created by teachers themselves, providing specific instructions and activities for each lesson.

The exponent of a prime factor in the prime factorization represents the number of times that prime factor appears. For example, in 2^2 x 3, the exponent of 2 is 2, indicating 2 appears twice.

Writing a mathematical expression as a product of factors. For example, 14 can be factored as 2 x 7, where 2 and 7 are factors of 14.

Instructions provided for a writing sample that clarify the topic, required content, and format, often with a time limit.

The largest number that divides into two or more numbers without a remainder. For example, the GCF of 12 and 18 is 6.

Legible and easy-to-read handwriting is essential for writing samples, ensuring the reader can understand your thoughts.

Finding two binomials whose product equals the given trinomial. It's like reversing the FOIL method.

Structuring your writing with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion, ensuring a logical flow of ideas.

Providing concrete examples and relevant information to support your main points in a writing sample.

A technique for multiplying two binomials, where you multiply First, Outer, Inner, and Last terms and then combine like terms. (a + b)(c + d) = ac + ad + bc + bd

Using different sentence structures and lengths to make your writing more engaging and interesting to read.

Starting your writing with a compelling sentence that grabs the reader's attention and sets the tone for your topic.