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Functional Illiteracy Definition

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What does functional illiteracy refer to?

Inability to read or write simple sentences in any language
Inability to effectively use dictionaries and written manuals
Reading and writing only in a language other than the predominant language
Inadequate reading and writing skills for daily living and employment tasks (correct)

How is functional illiteracy different from illiteracy in the strict sense?

Functional illiteracy is related to using dictionaries and written manuals, while strict illiteracy is about inability to read or write in any language
Functional illiteracy involves inadequate reading and writing skills, while strict illiteracy refers to the inability to read or write simple sentences (correct)
Functional illiteracy is about cultural variations in reading and writing skills, while strict illiteracy is universal
Functional illiteracy refers to reading too slowly for practical use, while strict illiteracy involves inability to comprehend basic texts

How might functional illiteracy be defined in languages with phonemic spelling?

Inadequate reading skills for daily living tasks beyond a basic level
Inability to comprehend basic texts and documents associated with competent citizenship
Reading too slowly for practical use and an inability to effectively use dictionaries and written manuals (correct)
Inability to read or write simple sentences in any language

What has sociological research demonstrated about countries with lower levels of functional illiteracy among their adult populations?

They tend to have higher levels of scientific literacy among the lower stratum of young people nearing the end of their formal academic studies (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the correspondence between functional literacy and civic literacy suggest?

The capacity of schools to ensure students attain functional literacy contributes to a society's level of civic literacy (D) Signup and view all the answers

When should you send a covering letter?

Every time you are sending your CV to an employer (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does a covering letter allow you to do?

Highlight specific skills and achievements relevant to the job (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does including a covering letter benefit job applicants?

Increases chances of getting noticed and considered for the job (D) Signup and view all the answers

What purpose does a covering letter serve?

Provides additional information about qualifications and experience (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is sending a covering letter important?

It shows professionalism and interest in the position (C) Signup and view all the answers

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