Identifying Errors in Sentences
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Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error: 'In November 29, 1890, the Imperial Japanese Diet convened for the first time.'

  • the Imperial Japanese Diet
  • In
  • 1890
  • November 29 (correct)

What is the error in this sentence: 'The financial expert which flew in to advice the president, came from London.'

  • the president
  • which (correct)
  • advice
  • from London

Select the word that introduces an error in the sentence: 'In 2010, Harvard University had an acceptance rate of 6.9%, and will have rejected students with perfect SAT scores.'

  • had
  • perfect SAT scores
  • will have (correct)
  • In

Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error: 'Latin is practically a dead language, spoken only by students, academics, and the Catholic clergy.'

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What is incorrect in the sentence: 'Ateneo’s rank of 307 in the 2010 QS University rankings is far ahead of La Salle, ranked 451.'

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Determine the error in this sentence: 'The proposal made by the British Labour Party was in opposition of privatization of state holdings.'

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Identify the error in the sentence: 'Xabi Alonso’s shot was wide off the mark and the goalkeeper Casillias did not have to make a save.'

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Choose the correct error from this sentence: 'Akihiro tried to acquire as many of the valuable and groundbreaking knowledge as he can from the lecture.'

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What is the area of a triangle with a base of 5 and a height of 6?

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What is the slope of a line that is perpendicular to line λ, which has the equation x = −2(y + 4)?

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Cow: Plants :: Termite: _____?

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Thin: Portly; Irate: _____?

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Flowing: River; Stagnant: _____?

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Eyes: Ophthalmologist; Feet: _____?

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Life: Death; Coagulate: _____?

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What is the mode of the set of numbers {1,1,2,2,4,5,5,5,7}?

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Fire: Water; Wood: _____?

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What is the domain of the expression $ rac{22y}{x-4}$?

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In the equation $2x + 7x + 6 = 0$, which of the following is a possible value of x?

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What is the value of z if $x + y = z$ and insufficient information is given?

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What is the surface area of a cylinder with a height of 5 and a radius of 4?

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If every ⊗ represents 500,000 casualties, how many casualties are represented by 5 ⊗ symbols?

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Which option describes the base 'b' in general exponential functions $f(x) = b^x$?

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What is the value of $f(2)$ if the function is $f(x) = 2^x$?

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What is the value of $1 + \tan \theta$ for a given angle $\theta$?

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If $x = 4$, what is the simplified form of the expression $\frac{256}{x - 4}$?

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Which of the following is the correct simplification of $(zx)^{15} \cdot (z x^3)^{4}$?

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If Gian wants to build a kite with an area of $30 \text{ cm}^2$, what could the lengths of the diagonals be if one diagonal is $_{AC} = 6$?

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What is the perimeter of triangle ABC, which is inscribed within an equilateral triangle with altitude AB?

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For the expression $ (z x)^{15} \div (zx)^{4}$, what do you obtain after simplification?

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What would be the possible lengths of the diagonals for the kite area given that one diagonal is $6$?

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What does the phrase 'It promises light, like the careful undressing of love' suggest about love?

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Which factor contributes to Sweden's status as a booming economy?

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What is the predicted economic growth rate for Sweden in 2001 mentioned in the passage?

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Which statement best reflects the nature of Sweden's welfare state according to the passage?

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What trend was observed in the number of business startups in Sweden between 1994 and 1999?

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What misconception might one have about Sweden's economy based on the information provided?

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What percentage of GDP does Sweden reportedly spend on R&D?

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How long can a person in Sweden receive 80% of their last job's pay while on welfare?

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What unique genetic components enable the AquAdvantage salmon to grow faster than conventional Atlantic salmon?

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What is a primary concern of environmentalists regarding the AquAdvantage salmon?

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Which organization concluded that the AquAdvantage salmon is safe to eat?

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What effect might a rejection of the AquAdvantage salmon have on biotechnology?

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How do the growth rates of AquAdvantage salmon compare to those of conventional Atlantic salmon?

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What is one reason why the approval process for AquAdvantage salmon has been prolonged?

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What could be a potential benefit of approving the AquAdvantage salmon?

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What is the origin of the genetic switch used in the AquAdvantage salmon?

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Flashcards

Error Identification

Identifying grammatical or stylistic errors within a sentence.

Sentence Error in #1

No error; the sentence "In the 1990’s, the People’s Republic of China grew economically, territorially, and culturally" is grammatically correct.

Sentence Error in #3

Error in the date; "In November 29, 1890, the Imperial Japanese Diet convened..." should read "On November 29, 1890" or "November 29, 1890".

Sentence Error in #4

Error in use of "which"; "The financial expert which flew in to advise the president..." should use "who" (for people) or "that" (for things).

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Sentence Error in #5

Error in tense; "In 2010, Harvard University had an acceptance rate…and will have rejected…" Incorrect tense; it should be "and had rejected...".

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Sentence Error in #6

Error in word choice; "as many of the valuable and groundbreaking knowledge as he can" should be "as much valuable and groundbreaking knowledge as he can".

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Sentence Error in #8

"The Continental Congress is drafting a constitution for the delegates they will address in June." is grammatically correct.

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Sentence Error in #9

The sentence "Xabi Alonso’s shot was wide off the mark and the goalkeeper Casillias did not have to make a save" is grammatically correct.

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Simplify (4 + 3)^2

Calculate the square of the sum of 4 and 3

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Simplify (z^4 * x^3)^5

Raise each term in the parentheses to the 5th power and then multiply.

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Simplify (z^4 * x^3)^5 / (z x)^3

Divide the result of (z^4 * x^3)^5 calculation by (z x)^3

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1 + tan θ = ?

This is a trigonometric equation that needs the value of trigonometric value of tan θ

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Perimeter of a triangle in an equilateral triangle with altitude AB

Calculate the total length of sides if altitude of a triangle is known

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Area of a kite = 30 cm^2

The area of a kite is given. Find the possible lengths of supporting diagonals.

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Simplify x^2 - 4 if x = 4

Evaluate the expression for a given value of x

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If AC = 6, what is the perimeter of triangle ABC?

Perimeter is the total length of the sides of a triangle.

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Value of b in exponential function

In the general exponential function f(x) = bx, the base 'b' must be a positive constant.

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Domain of (x-4)

The domain of the expression (x-4) are all real numbers except x = 4.

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Mode of {1,1,2,2,4,5,5,5,7}

The mode of a set of numbers is the number that appears most often.

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Solution for 2x2 + 7x + 6 = 0

One possible solution to the quadratic equation 2x² + 7x + 6 = 0 is x = -2

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Surface area of a cylinder

The surface area of a cylinder with height 5 and radius 4 is 72π.

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Graphical representation of casualties

Each ⊗ symbol in the figure represents 500,000 casualties.

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Sum of 1 + 1

1 + 1 = 2

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Domain of 22y/x-4

The expression is defined for all values of x except x = 4, thus x ∉ {4}.

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Area of a Triangle

The area of a triangle is calculated by multiplying half of the base length by the height. Formula: Area = (1/2) * base * height

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Perpendicular Lines

Two lines are perpendicular when they intersect at a right angle (90 degrees). Their slopes are negative reciprocals of each other.

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Slope of a Line

The slope of a line represents its steepness or incline. It's calculated as the change in y divided by the change in x. Formula: Slope (m) = (change in y) / (change in x)

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What is the slope of a line?

To find the slope, identify two points on the line and calculate the change in 'y' (vertical change) and the change in 'x' (horizontal change). Divide the change in 'y' by the change in 'x'. This gives you the slope.

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Negative Reciprocal

The negative reciprocal of a number is found by: 1) Inverting the number (swap numerator and denominator) and 2) Changing its sign. Example: the negative reciprocal of 2 is -1/2.

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Word Analogy

Word analogy tests your ability to understand the relationship between two words. You need to find a word that is related to a given word in the same way another pair of words is related.

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Cow: Plants :: Termite: _____

The analogy is based on the relationship between an animal and its food source. Cows eat plants, and termites eat wood. So the answer is 'Wood'.

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Thin: Portly :: Irate: _____

This analogy is based on antonyms. Thin is the opposite of portly, and irate is the opposite of calm. The answer is 'Calm'.

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AquAdvantage Salmon

A genetically modified Atlantic salmon containing a growth hormone gene from Chinook salmon and a genetic switch from ocean pout allowing continuous growth hormone production.

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Transgenic Animal

An animal with genetic material from a different species, introduced through genetic engineering.

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What are the risks of AquAdvantage salmon?

Possible escape into the wild, disrupting natural salmon populations. Also, potential unknown impacts on human health.

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What are the benefits of AquAdvantage salmon?

A faster-growing, more efficient and cheaper source of food, potentially reducing pressure on wild fish populations.

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Why might some people oppose AquAdvantage salmon?

Concerns about environmental impact, potential health risks, and a broader opposition to animal biotechnology.

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What is the FDA's role in AquAdvantage salmon?

The FDA evaluates the safety of AquAdvantage salmon for human consumption and the environmental risks of its release.

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What could happen if the AquAdvantage salmon is rejected?

Potential limitations in further development of animal biotechnology in the U.S.

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Why is the approval process for AquAdvantage taking so long?

Rigorous scientific review, potential political considerations, and concerns from various stakeholders.

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Welfare State

A system where the government provides extensive social services (like healthcare and education) to its citizens, funded by high taxes.

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Entrepreneurial Activity

The process of starting and running new businesses, often involving innovation and risk-taking.

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GDP

Gross Domestic Product. The total value of all goods and services produced in a country in a year.

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OECD

Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development. An international organization that promotes economic progress and social well-being.

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Venture Capital

Investment in new, often high-risk, businesses with the potential for high returns.

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R&D

Research and Development. Activities aimed at creating new knowledge and technologies.

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Cradle-to-Grave Security

A social safety net that provides support from birth to death, including healthcare, education, and retirement benefits.

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Go on the Dole

Receive unemployment benefits from the government.

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Study Notes

Section 1: Language Proficiency

  • Error Identification: Identify the grammatical error in a sentence. If no error is present, select "No Error."
  • Examples (from provided text):
    • In the 1990's, the People's Republic of China grew economically, territorially, and culturally. (No Error)
    • In November 29, 1890, the Imperial Japanese Diet convened for the first time. (Error in date)
    • The financial expert which flew in to advice the president, came from London. (Error in which - use who as the relative pronoun)

Section 2: General Information

  • General Knowledge Questions: Test knowledge of various subjects.
  • Example Types (from provided text):
    • The first nation to launch a satellite and a man to space was ...
    • Who wrote Catcher in the Rye?
    • When was the Ateneo founded?
    • Which was the most downloaded song on iTunes in 2012?

Section 3: Numerical Ability

  • Mathematics Questions: Test quantitative reasoning, including problem-solving.
  • Example question types:
    • Simplify the expression...
    • Given the equation...
    • Calculate the volume of...
    • What is the mode of the set { ... } ?

Section 4: Verbal Analogy

  • Word-Pair Comparisons: Assesses the relationship between words. Choose a pair of words that relates in a similar manner to the example pair.
  • Example Types (from provided text):
    • Cow: Plants :: Termite:
    • Rice: Paddy :: Policeman:
    • Scalpel: Surgery ::
  • Note these are paired analogies.

Section 5: Logical Reasoning

  • Logic Questions: Based on a given set of conditions, apply logic to determine the most appropriate answer
  • Example question types:
    • If all red items are fruits...
    • Given that X and Y are true, what does Z mean?

Section 6: Reading Comprehension

  • Passage-Based Questions: Questions based on understanding, inference and comprehension from passages of text.
  • Example types:
    • Determining the answer to a question based on the text/passage
    • Inferential questions relating the text to its purpose

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