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Directions :
Read each definition and all four choices carefully, and find the answer that provides the best example of the given definition.
1.
Erratic Behavior occurs when an individual acts in a manner that lacks consistency, regularity, and uniformity. Which situation below is the best example of Erratic Behavior?
  • A.
    Julia cannot contain her anger whenever the subject of local politics is discussed.
  • B.
    Martin has just been told that he is being laid off. Before leaving his supervisor’s office, he punches a hole in the door.
  • C.
    Rhonda has visited the dealership several times, but she still cannot decide which car to buy.
  • D.
    In the past month, Jeffrey, who has been a model employee for three years, has repeatedly called in sick, forgotten important meetings, and been verbally abusive to colleagues.
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Answer : [D]
Explanation :
Jeffrey’s recent behavior is clearly inconsistent and irregular.
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2.
It is appropriate to compensate someone if you have damaged his or her property in some way. This is called Restitution.Which situation below is the best example of Restitution?
  • A.
    Jake borrows Leslie’s camera and the lens shatters when it falls on the ground because he fails to zipper the case.When Jake returns the camera, he tells Leslie that he will pay for the repair.
  • B.
    Rebecca borrows her neighbor’s car, and when she returns it, the gas tank is practically empty. She apologizes profusely and tells her neighbor she will be more considerate the next time.
  • C.
    Aaron asks Tom to check in on his apartment while he is out of town.When Tom arrives, he discovers that a pipe has burst and there is a considerable amount of water damage. He calls a plumber to repair the pipe.
  • D.
    Lisa suspects that the pothole in her company’s parking lot caused her flat tire. She tells her boss that she thinks the company should pay for the repair.
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Answer : [A]
Explanation :
Jake damaged Leslie's camera while it was in his possession and he has agreed to compensate Leslie for the cost of the repair.
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3.
A Tiebreaker is an additional contest or period of play designed to establish a winner among tied contestants. Which situation below is the best example of a Tiebreaker?
  • A.
    At halftime, the score is tied at 28.
  • B.
    Mary and Megan have each scored three goals in the game.
  • C.
    The referee tosses a coin to decide which team will have possession of the ball first.
  • D.
    The Sharks and the Bears each finished with 14 points, and they are now battling it out in a five-minute overtime.
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Answer : [D]
Explanation :
This is the only choice that indicates that an additional period of play is taking place to determine the winner of a game that ended in a tie.
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4.
A Guarantee is a promise or assurance that attests to the quality of a product that is either (1) given in writing by the manufacturer or (2) given verbally by the person selling the product. Which situation below is the best example of a Guarantee?
  • A.
    Melissa purchases a DVD player with the highest consumer ratings in its category
  • B.
    The salesperson advises Curt to be sure that he buys an air conditioner with a guarantee.
  • C.
    The local auto body shop specializes in refurbishing and selling used cars.
  • D.
    Lori buys a used digital camera from her coworker who says that she will refund Lori’s money if the camera’s performance is not of the highest quality.
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Answer : [D]
Explanation :
Choices a, b, and c do not describe situations in which a product is guaranteed. Only choice d reflects a situation in which a seller attests to the quality of a product by giving the buyer a promise or assurance about its quality.
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5.
The rules of baseball state that a batter Legally Completes His Time at Bat when he is put out or becomes a base runner. Which situation below is the best example of a batter Legally Completing His Time at Bat?
  • A.
    Jared’s blooper over the head of the shortstop puts him in scoring position.
  • B.
    The umpire calls a strike, even though the last pitch was way outside.
  • C.
    The pitcher throws his famous knuckleball, Joe swings and misses, and the umpire calls a strike.
  • D.
    The count is two balls and two strikes as Mario waits for the next pitch.
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Answer : [A]
Explanation :
The fact that Jared is in scoring position due to his blooper indicates that he has hit the ball and is now a base runner; therefore, he has legally completed his time at bat. Choices b and c both describe situations in which a strike is called, but they do not state that the batter has been put out or that he is now a base runner. Choice d describes a situation in which the batter, Mario, is still at the plate waiting for the next pitch.
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