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Refer to the following note. Dear Jean, I wanted to write you a note to thank you. I am sorry that you felt disappointed that your work responsibilities were not what you expected. I have enjoyed having your assistance with my projects. Although the tasks we handled were not as varied as you would have liked, just think about what you and I have accomplished since September. We organized the annual small business conference, updated the associations web site, and answered scores of inquiries, many in great detail, from business owners who needed advice on a range of topics: loans, benefits, licensing, etc. I feel the year has been very productive for both of us. Youve been an congenial and conscientious assistant and all of us have the highest regard for your abilities. Please feel free to call upon me for a recommendation if you require one for future employment. Best of luck, Thomas Question (1): What can be inferred about Jean? (A) She asked for a promotion. (B) She was unhappy in her job. (C) She started a new business. (D) She lent money to Thomas. Question (2): What is NOT cited as part of Jeans work? (A) Corresponding with clients (B) Organizing conferences (C) Maintaining a Web site (D) Processing business loans Question (3): What does Thomas say about Jean? (A) She is an excellent teacher. (B) She is a skillful writer. (C) She is a diligent worker. (D) She is an experienced supervisor. Question (4): What does Thomas offer to do for Jean? (A) Reduce her workload (B) Raise her salary (C) Recommend her for a job (D) Increase her hours Refer to the following card. 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We have stayed at numerous hotels, but this has to be the best L.G. On Day 1, I was pleasantly surprised by the complimentary breakfast. I am going to tell all my family and friends to visit your hotel when they travel to Madrid. K.K. Hotel Bella is close to public transportation, the city center, the theaters, the museums an excellent location for the traveler who wants to do it all. E.M. Question (7): According to the advertisement, what is provided for free at the hotel? (A) A theater ticket (B) Transportation to the city center (C) A meal (D) The first nights lodging Question (8): What is NOT mentioned about the hotel? (A) Convenient location (B) Reasonable rates (C) Friendly staff (D) Clean rooms Refer to the following book review. A History of Sports from Ancient Times to the Present By Rebecca Jean Porter Illustrated, 248 pp. Oakview Press, Westport, CT 32.95 Rebecca Jean Porter, the author of Olympic Dreams, has attained another perfect score in this engaging and readable history. A History of Sports from Ancient Times to the Present covers everything from sporting events in ancient Rome to the origins of teams sports in North America, and it includes a section on sports played on contemporary university campuses. I highly recommend the chapter with detailed instructions on how to play games that had previously been lost over time. Porters comprehensive introduction and bibliography, as well as the time line of dates and events, make this a reference work that should be purchased by all public libraries. An online companion volume will be published next year. Andrew Huff Question (9): What does Andrew Huff suggest about the book? (A) It is a wellwritten work. (B) It is not as good as Olympic Dreams. (C) It does not cover previous centuries in detail. (D) It is currently available online. Question (10): What is NOT mentioned as being included in the book? (A) A thorough opening section (B) Names of reference sources (C) A schedule of local sporting events (D) A listing of historical dates Question (11): For what group is the book particularly recommended? (A) University students (B) Sports players (C) Sports centers (D) Community libraries Refer to the following letter. 13870 Nares Road Bangkok Thailand 10500 June 30 Dear Ms. Baharn, Id like to thank you for the time you spent with me discussing the marketing researcher position at Amarin, Ltd. After interviewing with you and touring the facility, I feel strongly that this company would be an ideal place for me to work. I now understand why Amarin, Ltd., is considered the premier publisher of travel and tourism books in the region. I am impressed by the fact that it as been listed as one of Thailands ten most successful businesses since it was founded six years ago. The companys reputation for quality is also reflected in its outstanding record of employee retention. I wanted to emphasize the fact that I attended a threeweek intensive seminar on MarkTrends, the foremost marketing research software package. I know the job description mentions the ability to use MarkTrends, and I wanted to let you know that I am very comfortable using this software. Again, thank you for your time and consideration. I hope to hear from you soon concerning your hiring decision. Yours truly, Anusak Arinchai Question (12): What kind of business is Amarin, Ltd.? (A) A marketing firm (B) A trading company (C) A research institute (D) A publishing company Question (13): What is stated in the letter about Amarin, Ltd.? (A) It plans to expand its operations to other countries. (B) It will be hiring several marketing researchers. (C) It has been successful because of its marketing strategies. (D) It was started six years ago. Question (14): What did the writer want to emphasize about his background? (A) His degree in marketing (B) His familiarity with a software program (C) His presentations at professional seminars (D) His overseas travel experience Question (15): What does the letter indicate is a sign that Amarin, Ltd., is doing very well? (A) Its use of uptodate computer technology (B) Its international reputation (C) Its high ranking on a list of successful businesses (D) Its large number of employees Refer to the following minutes of a meeting. Meeting of the Milton Public Library Trustees December 4 Present: Les Elder (chairperson), Nancy Johnson (treasurer), Jennifer Palmatier (secretary), Justin Mayrand (technical consultant), Megan Sprague (librarian) Absent: Mary Erwin (trustee), Max Johnson (trustee) Mr. Elder began the meeting at 6:00 p.m. Treasurers ReportBudget Review The library has 4,300.00 remaining in this years budget. This includes a donation of 2,300.00 made by robert Erwin, former trustee and president of the National Library Organization, and must be spent by December 31. Ms. Johnson suggested that the trustees spend the 2,300.00 as follows: 900.00 will be allocated for books; 400.00 for supplies; and 1,000.00 for building repairs. All members present agreed. Building Repairs and Improvements Mr. Elder expressed concern about the recent electricity bills, which were quite high. The issue will be discussed at the January 14 meeting after the years budget has been reviewed. Miscellaneous Business Ms. Sprague noted that the library building should be kept locked when it is not officially open to the public, even if staff or cleaning crews are present inside the building. Mr. Elder ended the meeting at 7:00 p.m. The next meeting will be on Thursday, December 18, at 5:00 p.m. in the Milton Public Library. Question (16): What institution is being discussed? (A) A school (B) A library (C) A housing complex (D) A bookstore Question (17): Who contributed money to this institution? (A) Nancy Johnson (B) Max Johnson (C) Robert Erwin (D) Les Elder Question (18): According to the minutes, what remark did Ms. Sprague make? (A) The cost of electricity is very high. (B) The December meeting should be rescheduled. (C) The doors of the library should be locked during nonbusiness hours. (D) The performance of the cleaning crew is poor.

Refer to the following note.

Dear Jean,

I wanted to write you a note to thank you I am sorry that you felt disappointed that your workresponsibilities were not what you expected I have enjoyed having your assistance with my projects

Although the tasks we handled were not as varied as you would have liked, just think about what you

and I have accomplished since September We organized the annual small business conference,updated the association's web site, and answered scores of inquiries, many in great detail, frombusiness owners who needed advice on a range of topics: loans, benefits, licensing, etc

I feel the year has been very productive for both of us You've been an congenial and

Question (1): What can be inferred about Jean?

(A) She asked for a promotion

(B) She was unhappy in her job.

(C) She started a new business

(D) She lent money to Thomas

Question (2): What is NOT cited as part of Jean's work?

(A) Corresponding with clients

(B) Organizing conferences

(C) Maintaining a Web site

(D) Processing business loans

Question (3): What does Thomas say about Jean?

(A) She is an excellent teacher

(B) She is a skillful writer

(C) She is a diligent worker.

(D) She is an experienced supervisor

Question (4): What does Thomas offer to do for Jean?

(A) Reduce her workload

(B) Raise her salary

(C) Recommend her for a job

(D) Increase her hours

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"Hotel Bella is close to public transportation, the city center, the theaters, the museums an excellent location for the traveler who wants to do it all." E.M.

Question (7): According to the advertisement, what is provided for free at the hotel?

(A) A theater ticket

(B) Transportation to the city center

(C) A meal

(D) The first night's lodging

Question (8): What is NOT mentioned about the hotel?

(A) Convenient location

Refer to the following book review

A History of Sports from Ancient Times to the Present

By Rebecca Jean Porter

Illustrated, 248 pp

Oakview Press, Westport, CT $32.95

Rebecca Jean Porter, the author of Olympic Dreams, has attained another perfect score in this engaging and readable history A History of Sports from Ancient Times to the Present covers everything from sporting events in ancient Rome to the origins of teams sports in North America,and it includes a section on sports played on contemporary university campuses I highly

recommend the chapter with detailed instructions on how to play games that had previously been lost over time Porter's comprehensive introduction and bibliography, as well as the time line of dates and events, make this a reference work that should be purchased by all public libraries An online companion volume will be published next year

Andrew Huff

Question (9): What does Andrew Huff suggest about the book?

(A) It is a well-written work.

(B) It is not as good as Olympic Dreams

(C) It does not cover previous centuries in detail

(D) It is currently available online

Question (10): What is NOT mentioned as being included in the book?

(A) A thorough opening section

(B) Names of reference sources

(C) A schedule of local sporting events

(D) A listing of historical dates

Question (11): For what group is the book particularly recommended?

(A) University students

would be an ideal place for me to work.

I now understand why Amarin, Ltd., is considered the premier publisher of travel and tourism books in

the region I am impressed by the fact that it as been listed as one of Thailand's ten most

successful

businesses since it was founded six years ago The company's reputation for quality is also reflected in

its outstanding record of employee retention

I wanted to emphasize the fact that I attended a three-week intensive seminar on MarkTrends, theforemost marketing research software package I know the job description mentions the ability to use

MarkTrends, and I wanted to let you know that I am very comfortable using this software

Again, thank you for your time and consideration I hope to hear from you soon concerning your hiring

decision

Yours truly,

Anusak Arinchai

Question (12): What kind of business is Amarin, Ltd.?

(A) A marketing firm

(B) A trading company

(C) A research institute

(D) A publishing company

Question (13): What is stated in the letter about Amarin, Ltd.?

(A) It plans to expand its operations to other countries

(B) It will be hiring several marketing researchers

(C) It has been successful because of its marketing strategies.

(D) It was started six years ago.

Question (14): What did the writer want to emphasize about his background?

(A) His degree in marketing

(B) His familiarity with a software program

(C) His presentations at professional seminars

(D) His overseas travel experience

Question (15): What does the letter indicate is a sign that Amarin, Ltd., is doing very well?

(A) Its use of up-to-date computer technology

(B) Its international reputation

(C) Its high ranking on a list of successful businesses

(D) Its large number of employees

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Refer to the following minutes of a meeting

Meeting of the Milton Public Library Trustees

December 4

Present: Les Elder (chairperson), Nancy Johnson (treasurer), Jennifer Palmatier (secretary), JustinMayrand (technical consultant), Megan Sprague (librarian)

Absent: Mary Erwin (trustee), Max Johnson (trustee)

Mr Elder began the meeting at 6:00 p.m

Treasurer's Report/Budget Review The library has $4,300.00 remaining in this year's budget Thisincludes a donation of $2,300.00 made by robert Erwin, former trustee and president of the National Library Organization, and must be spent by December 31

Ms Johnson suggested that the trustees spend the $2,300.00 as follows: $900.00 will be allocatedfor books; $400.00 for supplies; and $1,000.00 for building repairs All members present agreed.Building Repairs and Improvements Mr Elder expressed concern about the recent electricity bills, which were quite high The issue will be discussed at the January 14 meeting after the year'sbudget has been reviewed

Miscellaneous Business Ms Sprague noted that the library building should be kept locked when

it is not officially open to the public, even if staff or cleaning crews are present inside the

building

Mr Elder ended the meeting at 7:00 p.m

The next meeting will be on Thursday, December 18, at 5:00 p.m in the Milton Public Library

Question (16): What institution is being discussed?

(A) A school

(B) A library

(C) A housing complex

(D) A bookstore

Question (17): Who contributed money to this institution?

(A) Nancy Johnson

(B) Max Johnson

(C) Robert Erwin

(D) Les Elder

Question (18): According to the minutes, what remark did Ms Sprague make?

(A) The cost of electricity is very high

(B) The December meeting should be rescheduled

(C) The doors of the library should be locked during non-business hours.

(D) The performance of the cleaning crew is poor

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Refer to the following page from a brochure

Classique Lighting floor lamps and ceiling light fixtures are an easy way to update any room We offer lighting to fit every need and budget

HERE IS A LIST OF OUR BEST-SELLING MODELS

Calypso

Very affordable, available in a wide variety of colors and patterns, Calypso is our most

economical and versatile ceiling light Works equally well in offices, retail stores, and home environments Nor recommended for rooms exposed to moisture

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We recommend that you use efficient lighting In addition to being inexpensive, efficient lighting has several advantages over standard lighting:

energy-* Uses 2/3 less energy

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* Lasts up to ten times longer

Question (19): Which model is best if cost is a concern?

(A) Calypso

(B) Mystic

(C) Baroque

(D) Trend

Question (20): What is suggested about changing the lighting in a home or office?

(A) It will increase the resale value of the home or office

(B) It is an easy way to modernize a room.

(C) It is usually expensive

(D) It should be done only after consulting a designer

Question (21): Why are the lighting models mentioned in the brochure?

(A) Their prices have been reduced

(B) They are the most popular models.

(C) They are sold in most stores

(D) They will soon be discontinued

Question (22): According to the brochure, what is NOT true of energy-efficient lights?

(A) They use less energy than regular lights do

(B) They generate less heat than other types of lights do

(C) They last longer than standard lights

(D) They are more expensive than standard lights.

Question (23): What is true of Mystic lights?

(A) They come in many sizes

(B) They can be exposed to moisture

(C) They are floor lamps.

(D) They need to be professionally installed

hope will put more green into their cash registers

The Manufacturers Extension Partnership (MEP) works with a variety of state and regional industry

associations and economic development groups to teach companies "lean" manufacturing

The result is better not only for the environment, but also for company profits Last year, MEP helped more than 1,000 firms save about $1.4 billion and increase their sales by $10.5 billion These actions

led to the creation of nearly 57,000 new jobs

"It was tremendous for us," said Mark McCartney, general manager of the Clear Water bottled water

company "MEP showed us how to cut our energy production in half, which led to a 3-percent increase

in sales, and a 100-percent increase in production capacity."

McCartney has been quick to spread the wealth Last year, a bottle of Clear Water retailed for

savings onto customers, everybody wins

Overall, the writer did a fine job However, there is one mistake in the article I would like to point out

After our company finished training with MEP, sales jumped 30 percent, and our production capacity

CEO, Clear Water Bottling

Question (24): What is the main purpose of MEP?

(A) To create new jobs in the manufacturing sector

(B) To teach manufacturers how to reduce waste

(C) To help manufacturers increase their profits

(D) To lower the retail prices of consumer goods

Question (25): In the article, the word "green" in paragraph 1, line 2, is closest in meaning to

(A) sales

(B) coins

(C) paper

(D) money

Question (26): Who is Mark McCartney?

(A) Author of the article

(B) Clear Water general manager

(C) Clear Water CEO

(D) President of the MEP

Question (27): What is NOT true?

(A) Clear Water's sales rose by 3 percent

(B) Clear Water's production capacity increased 10 percent

(C) Clear Water halved its energy production

(D) Clear Water dropped its retail prices

Question (28): According to the article, how much money did MEP help firms save last year?

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Question (29): What is the main function of the invoice?

(A) To confirm delivery

(B) To order supplies

(C) To rectify mistakes

(D) To request money

Question (30): What can be inferred about Stanley Supplies and Office Corral?

(A) They do business frequently.

(B) They are both new companies

(C) They have a poor relationship

(D) They are in different countries

Question (31): In the e-mail, the word "discrepancies" in paragraph 2, line 1, is closest in

(A) For being such a steady client

(B) For placing such a large order

(C) For back-ordering ink cartridges

(D) For referring a new customer

matrimony The ceremony will take place at 11 a.m in Riverside Park, 11220 River Dr NW, followed by a luncheon reception at the adjacent Green Mansion, then a procession to the airport

to see the couple off to their honeymoon in Bermuda

Gifts are appreciated but not necessary; the fellowship of family and friends at this special time isblessing enough We hope and pray that you will be able to join us for this momentous occasion.Please RSVP by July 15th via letter or email to:

time as the ceremony I'll miss Jeff and Marilyn at the airport by only a few hours!

It is with great regret that I must decline this gracious invitation, though I will contact Marilyn and

congratulate her personally before I leave Also, I would like to leave a gift for the newlyweds Would it

be appropriate to send a present to you?

Please let me know

Question (35): Why is the invitation mainly being sent?

(A) To announce a wedding

(B) To solicit lots of presents

(C) To raise money for charity

(D) To celebrate a birthday

Question (36): Who is Howard Jacobson?

(A) The minister

(B) The groom

(C) Father of the bride

(D) Father of the groom

Question (37): What time does Patty Pakola's flight leave for China?

(A) Noon

(B) 10 o'clock

(C) 2 o'clock

(D) 11 o'clock

Question (38): What can be inferred about Gloria Stroust?

(A) She is good friends with Patty Pakola

(B) She will take photographs at the wedding

(C) She will serve food at the lunch and reception.

(D) She used to live with Marilyn Strummers

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Refer to the following schedule and notice

City Pool - Summer swim schedule

For more information about any of these programs, call the pool office at 506-807-7667.

For the latest updates, including schedule changes and special events, call our 24-hour automated information line at 506-363-8123.

NOTICE

Due to a maintenance problem, City Pool will be closed on Monday and Tuesday next week The Aqua Jog, Master's Workout, Hydrofit, and Water Exercise classes on those days have been cancelled, and instructors will notify participants when the classes will be rescheduled We are sorry for the inconvenience, and thank you for your patience

Also, please note that there will be no public swims on the afternoons of July 14th through 18th, because the pool will be hosting the annual All-City Swimming and Diving Meet Tickets for the meet are $5 for adults and $2.50 for children 12 and under, and can be purchased at the pool office or online at www.citypool.com/allcity

Thank you for using City Pool For up-to-the-minute schedule information, call our info hotline

at 506-363-8123

Question (39): What is the main purpose of the notice?

(A) To promote a swimming-diving meet

(B) To announce schedule changes

(C) To publicize the information hotline

(D) To apologize for maintenance work

Question (40): How many Water Exercise classes will be affected by the pool closure?

(A) Two

(B) Three

(C) One

(D) Four

Question (41): What is NOT true?

(A) There will be a public swim from 6:30-7:30 p.m Wednesday, July 16th

(B) Adult and senior swims are offered twice on Mondays throughout the summer

(C) There will be a Water Fun class from 1:30-2:30 p.m on Thursday of next week

(D) Family swims are scheduled in the summer on Sundays and Thursdays.

Question (42): In the schedule, the word "aqua" in line 4 is closest in meaning to

(A) By visiting the pool website

(B) By calling the pool office

(C) By writing for a special notice

(D) By calling the information hot line

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1301 Avon Street

London,

N2P 1P9

Dear Sir or Madam,

My name is Carl Roe (membership # 4-23387 - 224), and I am writing to you in order to renew

my membership in the CDC (Canada Driver’s Club) and enact a change in my membership status First, you will find a check for the sum of $ 140.99 This amount is to cover my yearly membership of $99, as well as the subscription cost for two years of Driving World magazine, which was advertised in a flyer enclosed with my renewed letter Second, I wish to add my new wife, Sandra Roe, to my membership policy I understand that there may be additional charges for a two-person policy, so I would appreciate it if you would send me a bill for the balance I owe

Cardholder: Carl G Roe Membership # 4-23387 - 224

Membership type: Individual + Spouse

MEMBER SINCE: 1998

Vehicles in household: 3

DUES BILLED ANNUALLY

Membership Benefits: 24- Hour Emergency Road Service

In Ontario [299] 555-2323

Question (44): Why did Mr Roe send this letter?

(A) To make a complaint

(B) To announce his marriage

(C) To cancel a subscription

(D) To renew a membership

Question (45): Which of the following is NOT true about Mr Roe?

(A) He enjoys reading magazines.

(B) He married recently

(C) He has been a member since 1989

(D) He has three cars

Question (46): How much does a two-year subscription to Driving World magazine cost?

(A) $140.99

(B) $41.99

(C) $99

(D) $40.99

Question (47): What is clearly true of this membership card?

(A) It is paid for once a year

(B) It is for use in winter only

(C) It is to be kept in the car at all times

(D) It has been used for emergency road service.

Question (48): How many people are listed as covered under this membership?

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Refer to the following memo

Memorandum

To: Store managers

From: Corporate headquarters

Re: Bonus pay

The Cost Less board of directors has voted to implement a new method of calculating annual year-end

bonuses, beginning at the start of the next fiscal year Since its inception, Cost Less has rewarded managers of stores that improved their sales revenue and limited the amount of employee

To help encourage this philosophy, the board has voted to pay a 10-percent bonus to managers whose

stores hold inventory loss to less than 2 percent of total revenues for the year The board has also directed that each Cost Less store be given extra financial resources to help train and motivate employees to be alert for shoplifting and other types of in-store theft Remind your employees that when merchandise is stolen or money embezzled, it hurts everyone in the company

Additional details will be forthcoming in the next two months

Thank you for your attention to this matter

Question (3): What is the main purpose of this memo?

(A) To declare bonuses

(B) To raise money

(C) To prevent shoplifting

(D) To announce a change

Question (4): What is a factor in determining year-end bonuses?

(A) The number of employees

(B) The company's stock price

(C) Number of security officers

(D) Total sales revenue

Question (5): How can managers earn a 10-percent bonus?

(A) By encouraging employee overtime

(B) By limiting loss of inventory

(C) By installing special video cameras

(D) By improving store sales

stuck by me as I learned and made mistakes.

I'm happy that you've found a new position with greater responsibilities You deserve it But I'm sad to see

you go You were more than a boss to me; you were a mentor and a friend I will always value your advice, and will remember the lessons you have taught me I remember the first time I missed deadline, and help up the whole paper I was scared you would fire me Instead you were supportive and understanding

I hope we can stay in touch, professionally and personally I have the highest respect for your talent and

leadership skills You have the ambition and acumen to be wildly successful I hope you and Denise will find personal satisfaction in Albany as well I hear it's a nice city If there's ever anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to ask

All my best,

Tanya

Question (6): What can be inferred about Tanya?

(A) She does not know Jake well

(B) She is a receptionist

(C) She is not happy in her job

(D) She was hired by Jake.

Question (7): Why does Tanya mention missing a deadline?

(A) To highlight her competence

(B) To commemorate Jake's response

(C) To remind Jake of his mistake

(D) To elaborate on an opinion

Question (8): What does Tanya say about Jake?

(A) He is a talented leader.

(B) He is a competent teacher

(C) He is a supportive husband

(D) He is an egotistical editor

Question (9): What is Jake going to do?

(A) Take a vacation

(B) Change jobs

(C) Retire

(D) Get married

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Refer to the following card

Question (10): What will happen to subscribers who give their e-mail addresses?

(A) They will be billed later

(B) They will get the best discounts

(C) They will get two free issues

(D) They will receive free promotional offers.

Question (11): What information is NOT included on this card?

(A) The amount of time before delivery begins

(B) The cost of a one-year subscription

(C) The company's mailing address

(D) The company's telephone number

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Refer to the following advertisement

AUSTRALIAN PULP AND PAPER WEEK

The 10th annual pulp and paper week is taking place next month from March 5-10th at the Sydney Seas Inn

This is an excellent networking opportunity for executives in the pulp and paper industry

Participants from

around the world are invited to join in the fair and learn more about the direction of Oceania's pulp mills and the future of the paper industry as a whole This year a special session on recyclingwill be held in addition to the regular paper and packaging sessions The Pulp and Paper Brunch

is always the most popular event of the fair This year, keynote speakers at Friday's luncheon (1:00 P.M.) include Martha Evans, chairperson from the National P&P Committee; and John Lopez, former President of the Sydney Paper Factory

Online registration available now Click here

For information about accommodations at the Sydney Seas Inn or other local hotels, call 345-9900 Members of the community are invited to come out to free events including the family picnic (Saturday afternoon) and the children's paper festival (Sunday-all day)

1-800-For a complete schedule of events visit www.auspaperweek.org We have room for a few more sponsors for this year's event Please contact Amy Witherspoon, (awitherspoon@paperweek.com)for more details

Question (12): What is being advertised?

(A) A yearly fair

(B) A new newspaper

(C) A charity brunch

(D) A stationary store

Question (13): Which is NOT provided in the ad?

(A) The website address for the Sydney Seas Inn

(B) A contact number for alternate accommodations

(C) The names and titles of the main speakers

(D) A partial schedule of this year's events

Question (14): Who is most likely to participate in this event?

(A) Owners of pulp and paper mills

(B) Environmentalists from Ocenia

Early today I completed Empires of the Middle East: A History of Babylonia from the Bronze Age to the Present by Thurman Boyles This is going to be a very brief review, but suffice it to say the book was erudite, insightful and an excellent revision of the tropes and stereo-types pervasive in Middle Eastern studies to this day In the last several years I have become intimately familiar with literally thousands of sources, both primary and secondary on the region If you have a decent foundation on the relevant literature of the period 400 BC to roughly the late 18th century AD and are interested in the area I cannot recommend this book enough.

However, if you don't, this is not a good introductory work It is dense The arguments can sometimes seem abstruse and arcane And the narrative is so wide in scope that one should really have taken an introductory course in the region just to keep up There still is no standard one volume history of what is commonly called, "The Middle East." This is unfortunate Boyles' bookhelps fill that role for specialists, but one is still, sadly lacking for the rest of us Paul Robert Kingston

Question (15): What does Paul Robert Kingston suggest about the book?

(A) It is a well-written work.

(B) It is an easy book to read

(C) It is a good introduction to the topic

(D) It is a concise history of the Middle East

Question (16): For whom is the book recommended?

(A) People who love mysteries

Refer to the following letter

Dear City Credit Union member, Your Credit Union has had a very busy year so far in 2010 We have

experienced solid new member growth and continue to actively lend to our members Helping members become homeowners, providing low rate credit cards, lending funds for new or used vehicles, and making home equity loans continue to be areas of focus for City Credit Union While these efforts will continue, we also realize that many of our members have experienced tough economic times, and may be struggling to meet their current financial obligations In recentweeks, we have received many letters and phone calls from members telling us about their financial situations and unique challenges Due to the current economic climate, we have heard from members across a wide array of industries and professions; teachers, construction workers, and automotive sales to name a few, who have either lost their jobs, think they may lose their jobs, or had their household income significantly decreased If you have not been impacted, chances are that you have a family member, friend or neighbor who has experienced financial difficulties as a result of the economy If you are having difficulties in making any of your loan payments, whether it's your mortgage, auto, boat or RV, credit card or equity loan, we want to assure you that we are here to help you with our Member Assistance Team This team was assembled exclusively to help members through stressful financial situations We can help you byoffering realistic solutions and may also be able to offer advice for working with other financial institutions-even if CCU is not your primary mortgage holder

If you're experiencing difficulty in meeting your financial obligations, or worried about your future ability to do so, we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible and we will do our best

to help you through these challenging times

City Credit Union Member Assistance Team 216-555-8957 or 800-555-2823 extension 5987memberassistanceteam@ccu.org

Remember, we have your best interests in mind If we can assist you, please contact us today.Sincerely,

Joel Blumenthal

Executive Vice President

Question (17): What is stated in the letter about City Credit Union?

(A) It has been losing money

(B) It is lending money to its members.

(C) Membership has increased by 50 percent

(D) Business has been slow this year

Question (18): Why have members been writing to City Credit Union recently?

(A) They are applying for jobs

(B) They are defaulting on loans

(C) They are expressing thanks

(D) They are having financial trouble.

Question (19): What does the Member Assistance Team help with?

(A) Loan payments

(B) Financial reports

(C) Bankruptcy

(D) Stocks and bonds

Question (20): What does the writer encourage readers to do?

(A) Apply for a loan

(B) Join the team

(C) Contact CCU soon

(D) Save more money

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Refer to the following minutes of a meeting

Community Care Meeting

Nov 2nd, 2010, 7 p.m

1 Hopeshare presentation Two representatives from Hopeshare, Leslie Graves and Rebecca Steinman, gave a presentation about their organization Like us, they give financial aid to low-income people and help them budget their money But they also provide a food bank, shelter, transitional housing, transportation program, adult education, and an employment program Their annual operating budget is about $10 million Leslie said that Hopeshare wants to form a strongerpartnership with Community Care, and explore ways we can share resources and avoid

overlapping services She recommended that we meet together at least twice a year

2 Treasurer's report Treasurer Jacob Hall passed out current budget figures showing our date income and expenses He said that we have $851.52 total liabilities & capital Our total revenues for Oct were $1,690.97

up-to-3 Promotional plans Robin Sayers proposed that we produce a DVD promoting our services, which could be shown to churches and other potential donors Gina Mauer said that it would also

be good to make a brochure that could be handed to clients and distributed throughout the

community We agreed that everyone should pitch in to help write, take photos, and help with graphics and design We set a deadline of Dec 4th to have preliminary plans in place Mary Burley agreed to be in charge of the project and to keep everyone on track

4 Problems and concerns Community Care director Bill Lyons discussed the need to improve coordination between team members He said he is working on upgrading our website so

everyone can have instant access to information about clients we help and resources available to them

5 Next meeting We agreed to meet again at 7 p.m Dec 4th at Bill's house, 1134 Midvale Ave N

The meeting was adjourned at 9 p.m

Question (21): What does Community Care do?

(A) It produces promotional materials

(B) It helps low-income people

(C) It designs company websites

(D) It provides emergency shelter

Question (22): Why does Robin Sayers mention making a DVD?

(A) To sell and raise money

(B) To promote Community Care

(C) To give a present to Hopeshare

(D) To show to Community Care clients

Question (23): According to the minutes, what is Bill Lyons working on?

(A) Planning a fund-raising dinner

(B) Improving the Community Care website

(C) Writing and editing a promotional brochure

(D) Forming a partnership with Hopeshare

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Refer to the following page from a brochure

The Advantage Edge

Advantage Tutoring creates independent readers, spellers, writers and thinkers by giving them themulti-sensory tools necessary to "learn how to learn."

Our one-on-one, hourly sessions stimulate three skills vital for language processing:

Phonemic awareness - the ability to identify and order sounds within words Symptoms of weak phonemic awareness include errors in reading ("steam" for stream), spelling ("gril" for girl) and pronunciation ("death" for deaf, "pacific" for specific)

Concept imagery - the ability to see the "big picture" when reading and listening Persons with weak concept imagery have difficulty with reading comprehension, critical thinking and

following directions

Symbol imagery - the ability to visualize letters within words Weaknesses here can result in trouble with spelling, word recognition, contextual fluency and mathematics

OUR PROGRAMS

Lindamood Interactive Phoneme Sequencing (LiPS) This sequential, multi-sensory program teaches students to identify separate sound segments within words There is particular emphasis

on the vowel segments and mouth movements to help with reading and spelling

Visualizing and Verbalizing This unique method teaches students to broaden the visual imagery

of their

language By incorporating these visualization strategies, the student expands the richness and detail of oral and written language, as well as the ability to comprehend what they've read

"Seeing Stars" Symbol Imagery This program teaches students to form visual images of

individual phonemes (t-o) through multisyllable words (t-o-m-o-r-r-o-w), enhancing development

of spelling, reading and sight word vocabulary

"On Cloud Nine" Mathematics This hands-on program hones competency in addition,

subtraction,

multiplication and division Students touch, feel, write and visualize concepts as they move from concrete to abstract math realities

For more information, contact us at www.advantagetutoring.com

Question (24): What is the brochure advertising?

(A) A tutoring service

(B) A doctor's office

(C) A primary school

(D) A summer camp

Question (25): How long do sessions last?

(A) One-and-a-half hours

(B) 45 minutes

(C) One hour

(D) Half an hour

Question (26): According to the brochure, which skill is associated with pronunciation?

(A) Concept imagery

(B) Symbol imagery

(C) Phonemic awareness

(D) Phonological reasoning

Question (27): Which program improves comprehension?

(A) Seeing Stars

(B) LiPS

(C) On Cloud Nine

(D) Visualizing and Verbalizing

Question (28): What information is NOT included in the brochure?

(A) A list of programs

His condition, Type 1 diabetes, robs his body of the ability to produce insulin a hormone needed to convert glucose (blood sugar), starches and other food into the necessary energy for daily life This puts him at risk for a host of serious complications that includes heart disease, blindness, and nerve and kidney damage.

Though Type 1 diabetes cannot be prevented, it can be controlled through a regimen of

monitoring, diet and exercise Carter keeps careful track of his glucose level, takes daily insulin shots, and keeps juice and energy bars close at hand

Most importantly, he said, he takes care to get enough exercise Carter will stroll outside during lunch

breaks, or hike up and down the stairs of the company parking garage

It's a good example of the types of activity busy diabetics should be doing, said Dr Arnold Asher, director of the Diabetes Health Center at Michigan Health and Science University

(MHSU)

Physical activity helps control blood sugar in three ways, according to Dr Asher

First, it burns glucose, ensuring energy is delivered to the body and that glucose does not build up

in the blood Second, it increases bodily sensitivity to insulin As fitness increases, the body needs less insulin to move glucose into cells

Finally, exercise helps reduce weight For overweight patients, losing about 7 percent of body fat will lower blood sugar

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Sound off

Editor: Thank you for running the article on Chris Carter in last week's issue As a diabetic myself, it renewed my determination to make sure I get up from my desk and exercise a few minutes every day

I also hope your story will open the eyes of supervisors, and remind them of the importance of exercise not only for employees who have diabetes, but also everyone else in their office When you're sitting at a computer all day, it's sometimes hard to tear yourself away from the screen and move around

I would love to see more companies encouraging employee exercise by giving them free gym classes, taking group stretching or walking breaks, and subsidizing those who walk or bike to work

Robert Fuda

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Question (29): What is true of Type 1 diabetes?

(A) It can be prevented

(B) It inhibits insulin production.

(C) It is usually fatal

(D) It affects mostly fat people

Question (30): In the article, the word "regimen" in paragraph 6, line 2, is closest in meaning to

(A) condition

(B) sample

(C) routine

(D) mixture

Question (31): Who is Robert Fuda?

(A) A private citizen

Rest assured we're not trying to pull a fast one on you We're training a new person in accounting,and she neglected to delete that line item from the bottom of our standardized invoice forms.

So please disregard invoice # 774 We will send an accurate one to you today, without the

installation fee charge Sorry for the inconvenience, and we look forward to working with you again in the future

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call or e-mail

Jason McGraw

President, CompuPros

Question (34): Why is the invoice being sent?

(A) To order services

(B) To forge an agreement

(C) To confirm delivery

(D) To request money

Question (35): What can be inferred about CompuPros?

(A) It is a large corporation

(B) It manufactures computer parts

(C) It sells computer supplies

(D) It provides computer services.

Question (36): In the invoice, the word "waive" on line 1 is closest in meaning to

(A) Charge

(B) Reduce

(C) Deduct

(D) Forgo

Question (37): In the e-mail, the phrase "pull a fast one" is closest in meaning to

(A) Make an error

(B) Increase the speed

(C) Play a trick

(D) Follow the law

Question (38): According to the e-mail, what will Jason McGraw do next?

(A) Send an new invoice

welcome him into the world

Where: Diane and Ken's house 23847 47th Pl W., Bear Creek, WA, 98007

When: 2 p.m to 4 p.m Saturday, Dec 5th

What: Hors devours and drinks will be provided All you need to bring is yourselves, but if you want to bring a gift, Cathleen has a registry of needs at babies.com and TotToys

RSVP: Call us at home 555-7362 or e-mail: dadkinson52@hotmail.com

We hope to see you!

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To: dadkinson52@hotmail.com

You must be so proud, grandma! Wow, I never thought I'd be calling you that so soon I'm glad that Cath had a smooth delivery, and that Keegan is healthy Thanks for sending his picture He's

a cute little guy

Anyway, we'll check the gift registries you mentioned, and I'll look forward to seeing Cath and Keegan

shortly Hope the open house goes well I know it takes a lot to plan and host one

I'll e-mail Cathleen separately and say sorry and hi Please give my love to Ken

See you soon,

Question (42): Why can't Robin attend the open house?

(A) She has to work

(B) She will be on vacation.

(C) Her husband is sick

(D) Her car needs repair

Question (43): What can be inferred about Robin?

(A) She is impulsive

(B) She is inconsiderate

(C) She is good friends with Diane.

(D) She is a relative of Keegan's

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Refer to the following schedule and notice.

line not later than 7:00 p.m

Leaving Friday Harbor

All passengers boarding in Friday Harbor and their belongings are subject to U.S Customs and Immigration inspections 2 Limited or no vehicles carried to or from Lopez Islands on Sunday depending on assigned vessel; foot passengers permitted.

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NOTICE

Effective Jan 1st, there will be a new Washington State ferry schedule for the Anacortes-Friday Harbor route

Those planning a trip on that date or afterward should note the following changes:

All ferries will depart and arrive 30 minutes later than the current schedule The vehicle Chelan will be out of service for routine maintenance in January and February Since its replacement, the Totem, is larger, vehicles destined for Orcas Island WILL be loaded on the second morning run Extra runs will be added during summer peak season, with days and times to be determined.The new schedule will be posted by Dec 15th at the Anacortes and Friday Harbor ferry docks, and online at www.waferries.com

If you have any questions in the meantime, please call our 24-hour information line at 9999

800-556-Question (44): What is the main purpose of the notice?

(A) To reveal new ferry routes

(B) To notify of ferry maintenance

(C) To promote the information line

(D) To announce a scheduling change.

Question (45): According to the schedule, when should vehicles leaving Anacortes at 7:45 be in

Question (46): What is NOT true?

(A) A new schedule will be available by Dec 25th.

(B) There will be additional summer ferry runs

(C) The Totem will temporarily replace the Chelan

(D) The ferry schedule will be altered by half an hour

Question (47): In the schedule, what do the letters ADA indicate?

(A) People in wheelchairs will board first

(B) Disabled passengers receive a discount

(C) Handicapped passengers must ride in vehicles

(D) The vehicle is handicapped-accessible.

Question (48): What is implied about the 1:40 p.m departure from Friday Harbor?

(A) The Chelan will arrive later than 2:45 p.m

(B) Passengers must be in line by 12:30 p.m

(C) There will be limited vehicle traffic allowed

(D) The Chelan will cross an international border.

Refer to the following advertisement

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Question (1): What is being offered?

(A) Reduced shipping cost

(B) A new credit card

(C) A 20-percent discount

(D) A free 30-day trial

Question (2): How can customers order?

(A) By going to a store

(B) By making a phone call

To: All staff

From: James McGuire, VP

Re: Office remodeling

Remodeling work on the third-floor offices will begin the first of next month While this work is

in progress, third-floor workers will be housed on other floors as follows: the sales department will move to the second floor, and graphic design will move to the fourth floor Supervisors will arrange these accommodations and show staff in those departments their temporary work

routine during the remodeling period

To make this transition as smooth as possible, it would be greatly appreciated if the third floor could be

vacated, and everyone were in their new stations and ready to work, at 8 a.m on the First If thereare

questions or concerns with the new arrangement, be sure to tell your supervisors ASAP so we cantackle the problems ahead of time

Thanks in advance for your patience and cooperation Once the work is finished on the third floor, we are

sure you'll agree that it was worth the time and trouble

Best,

Alan Shepard, VP

Question (3): What is the main purpose of this memo?

(A) To announce a new arrangement

(B) To remind workers that the company is moving.

(C) To reveal the winner of the remodeling bid

(D) To inform staff of a surprise change

Question (4): What can be inferred about the company?

(A) It is a manufacturer

(B) It is relatively new

(C) It occupies several floors.

(D) It is not very big

Question (5): What does the writer request readers do?

(A) Prepare ahead of time

(B) Disrupt their routines

(C) Move to the fifth floor

(D) E-mail their supervisors

That was more than any of us here could have imagined

I remember when you started as an intern five years ago Time flies, doesn't it? I knew from the moment we met that you had the talent and ambition to succeed with your own company Now that you've had a taste of it, don't rest on your laurels I don't have to worry; I'm sure you won't

It would be great to get together again when you have time I'll treat you to lunch I know it's a busy time of

year Please give me a call when you have time I look forward to it

Best,

Dennis

Question (6): What can be inferred about Dennis and Jack?

(A) They were college roommates

(B) They have not known each other long

(C) They are related to each other

(D) They are former colleagues.

Question (7): What is the main purpose of the note?

(A) To offer congratulations

(B) To inform of an award

(C) To inquire about employment

(D) To arrange a date for lunch

Question (8): What is true of ZipTech?

(A) It is a one-person business.

(B) It began five years ago

(C) It was started by Dennis

(D) It had sales of $2 million.

Question (9): What advice does Dennis offer Jack?

(A) Plan to retire early

(B) Keep working hard.

(C) Hire more workers

Club Sandwiches Chopped salads Bowls of Soup Mini-sandwiches

Pesto Turkey Chicken Caesar Broccoli Cheese Alpine Chicken

Beef & Cheddar Classic Cobb Chicken Noodle Sonoma Turkey

Tuna Steak & Bleu Tomato Basil Bistro Steak Melt

Italian Honey Mustard Chicken Chili Italiano

* with the purchase of a regular fountain drink

Valid in-store only expires 12/31/2010

Question (10): How can a customer receive a 50-percent discount?

(A) By buying a regular Coca Cola

(B) By presenting the coupon to the cashier

(C) By ordering two of the items on the coupon

(D) By buying one "Choose 2" at regular price

Question (11): Which of the following is NOT true?

(A) With the coupon, two items together will cost $2.50

(B) The coupon does not apply to delivery orders

(C) The coupon is applicable to multiple orders.

(D) The coupon will be honored through the end of 2010

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Refer to the following advertisement

Darby's

Ask your friends about us

"The service is consistently outstanding The friendly wait staff always makes us feel at home."

Evan G., Jackson, MI

"Kids eat free on Wednesdays and Thursdays With a family of seven, you can't beat that."

Monica Carr, Seattle, WA

"Darby's are always clean and bright even the bathrooms We feel comfortable there."

Michael Jenson, Chicago, ILL

"My husband and I LOVE the combo plates There are so many good choices, we're never

bored."

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Question (12): What type of business is Darby's?

A remake of the murdered French filmmaker Claude Chemmert's 1987 drama of the same name,

"Hind Sight", directed by Stephen Toussant (who ought to get behind the camera more often), gets a lot of mileage out of the confident and wistful performances of Susan Evans and Sean Robinson as Jan and Dave, a married couple who meet up for various rendezvous in Dave's restaurant while engaged in different role-playing fantasies

Gradually, we learn that the two are hiding and flirting in other personas so they can reconnect after a horrific experience, though by the time that would-be revelation comes, the movie - which had to wait two years to find a distributor - is about more than secrets It's about watching two always-fine actors do a lot with very little

John Hartzell

Question (14): What does John Hartzell suggest about Stephen Toussant?

(A) He is a mediocre actor

(B) He plagiarized the original movie

(C) He is a skilled director.

(D) He was a student of Claude Chemmert's

Question (15): The phrase "gets a lot of mileage" is closest in meaning to

(A) Depends on too heavily

(B) Receives good value

(C) Derives much trouble

(D) Cares for irresponsibly

Question (16): What is John Hartzell's opinion of the movie?

(A) It will be an instant classic

(B) Its script is superbly written

(C) It relies on good acting.

(D) It should have been longer

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Refer to the following letter

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Michael Barton

CIRCULATION DIRECTOR

Question (17): What is the purpose of the letter?

(A) To introduce a magazine

(B) To promote a cause

(C) To solicit a renewal

(D) To offer a special deal

Question (18): What does the writer ask readers to do?

(A) Try the magazine for free

(B) Ask their children's opinion

(C) Send in a reply card

(D) Make a telephone call

Question (19): How does the writer promote the magazine?

(A) By stressing its high quality

(B) By offering a free gift

(C) By emphasizing its low price

(D) By enclosing a complimentary issue

Question (20): What does the writer say about upcoming issues?

(A) They will be offered at a discount

(B) He is excited about their content.

(C) He thinks they will win awards

(D) They will feature bonus sections

Rifkin and Leslie Zevon Absent: Melissa Johnson

Quorum present? Yes

Others Present:

Exec Director: Sheila Swanson

Other: Susan Johns, Consulting Accountant

Proceedings: * Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m by Chair, Elizabeth Drucker

* (Last month's) meeting minutes were amended and approved

* Chief Executive's Report:

- Recommends that if we not able to find a new facility by the end of this month, the organizationshould stay in the current location over the winter After brief discussion, Board agreed

- Staff member, Jackson Browne, and Swanson attended the National Practitioner's Network meeting in Atlanta last month and gave a brief extemporaneous presentation Both are invited back next year to give a longer presentation about our organization After brief discussion, Board congratulated Swanson and asked her to pass on their congratulations to Browne as well

- Drucker asserts that our organization must ensure its name is associated with whatever materialsare distributed at that practitioner's meeting next year The organization should generate revenueswhere possible from the materials, too

- Swanson mentioned that staff member, Sheila Anderson's husband is ill and in the hospital MOTION to send a gift to Anderson's husband, expressing the organization's sympathy and support; seconded and passed

* Finance Committee report provided by Chair, Elizabeth Drucker:

- Drucker explained that consultant, Susan Johns, reviewed the organization's bookkeeping procedures and found them to be satisfactory, in preparation for the upcoming yearly financial

audit Funds recommends that our company ensure the auditor provides a management letter along with the audit financial report.

- Drucker reviewed highlights, trends and issues from the balance sheet, income statement and cash flow statement Issues include that high accounts receivables require Finance Committee attention to policies and procedures to ensure our organization receives more payments on time After brief discussion of the issues and suggestions about how to ensure receiving payments on time, MOTION to accept financial statements; seconded and passed

* Board Development Committee's report provided by Chair, Douglas Carver:

- Carver reminded the Board of the scheduled retreat coming up in three months, and provided a drafted retreat schedule for board review MOTION to accept the retreat agenda; seconded and passed

- Carver presented members with a draft of the reworded By-laws paragraph that would allow members to conduct actions over electronic mail Carver suggested review and a resolution to change the By-laws accordingly Kyumoto suggested that Swanson first seek legal counsel to verify if the proposed change is consistent with state statute Swanson agreed to accept this actionand notify members of the outcome in the next Board meeting

* Other business:

- Porter noted that he was working with staff member, Jacob Smith, to help develop an

information

management systems plan, and that two weeks ago he (Porter) had mailed members three

resumes from consultants to help with the plan In the mailing, Porter asked members for their opinions to help select a consultant Porter asked members for their opinions (NOTE: Zevon noted that she was also a computer consultant and was concerned about conflict of interest in her Board role regarding this selection, and asked to be ABSTAINED from this selection Members agreed.) The majority of members agreed on Lease-or-Buy Consultants MOTION to use Lease-or-Buy Consultants; seconded and passed

- Swanson announced that she had recently hired a new secretary, Karla Writewell

* Assessment of the Meeting:

- Kyumoto noted that the past three meetings have run over the intended two-hour time slot by half an hour

He asked members to be more mindful and focused during discussions, and suggested that the Board

Development Chair take an action to identify solutions to this issue Chair, Carver, agreed

* Meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m

* Minutes submitted by Secretary, Bhata Bhatacharia

Question (21): What does the chief executive recommend about the organization?

(A) It should begin an advertising campaign to hire new workers

(B) It should delay moving unless a new facility is found soon.

(C) It should move to a new location by the end of the month

(D) It should reduce its current number of workers by 20 percent

Question (22): What did Douglas Carver suggest doing?

(A) Having a Board retreat

(B) Introducing a resolution

(C) Seeking legal counsel

(D) Notifying Board members

Question (23): Why did Leslie Zevon abstain from selecting a computer consultant?

(A) She is going to be out of town during the selection process

(B) She was worried about a potential conflict of interest.

(C) She will be leaving the organization shortly.

(D) She does not feel knowledgeable enough about computers

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