What does the term elasticity mean, as used in the passage about Hypertension?

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Question 1 of 9

What does the term elasticity mean, as used in the passage about Hypertension?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Elasticity, as used in the passage about Hypertension, refers to the stretchiness or flexibility of blood vessels. The text mentions that blood vessels lose elasticity and stiffen as a person ages, indicating that they become less flexible. This eliminates choices A and D (Firmness and Rigidity) as the correct answers. Choice B (Compactness) is unrelated to the concept of elasticity in the context of blood vessels and is therefore incorrect. Understanding elasticity as the ability to stretch or flex helps in choosing flexibility as the correct answer.

Question 2 of 9

The passage mentions all of the following claims for the health benefits of super foods EXCEPT ___________.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The passage does not claim that super foods help in building muscle mass.

Question 3 of 9

What is the meaning of the word compelling as used in the passage about Sunny-Side Up?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Compelling in this context means convincing, as it relates to the argument presented.

Question 4 of 9

What is the author's primary purpose in writing this essay?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The author's attitude toward yoga seems to be positive and sincere. Earnest (choice A) would be a good description of this tone.

Question 5 of 9

Which of the following statements is an opinion related to Hypertension?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A statement of fact can be proved or checked. A statement of opinion is what someone thinks or believes. In this case, statements A, B, and D could be proved scientifically, but statement C is simply a suggestion. While it is advisable for older people to monitor their blood pressure due to the increased risk associated with aging, the statement itself is an opinion because it suggests what older people 'must' do, which is a subjective viewpoint rather than a verifiable fact. Statements A, B, and D provide factual information supported by scientific evidence, making them statements of fact rather than opinion.

Question 6 of 9

What is the main idea of the passage about High Fructose Corn Syrup?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The main idea of the passage about High Fructose Corn Syrup is that it may be contributing to obesity in America. This is evident from the information provided in the extract, which discusses how HFCS has been linked to health issues, including obesity. Choice A is incorrect because the passage primarily focuses on the potential health risks associated with HFCS consumption, not just the examination by the American Medical Association. Choice C is irrelevant as it only talks about the manufacturing process of HFCS, which is not the central theme of the passage. Choice D is incorrect as it emphasizes the preference of rats for HFCS, which is a minor point compared to the potential impact on human health, particularly in relation to obesity.

Question 7 of 9

What is the main idea of the passage about Sickle-Cell Anemia?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D. The passage focuses on describing sickle-cell anemia as a painful and inherited disease. It details how the abnormal sickle-shaped cells cause symptoms like bone pain, fever, and fatigue. While bone pain is mentioned as a symptom, it is not the main idea of the passage. Choice A is incorrect. Choice B, which mentions oxygen transport, is not the main idea but a general concept. Choice C, stating genetically inherited diseases affect thousands, is too broad and does not focus on the specifics of sickle-cell anemia. Therefore, D is the most precise choice.

Question 8 of 9

What is the meaning of the word tolerance as used in the last paragraph about Yoga?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Tolerance in this context refers to endurance, particularly in relation to pain.

Question 9 of 9

What does the term elasticity mean, as used in the passage about Hypertension?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Elasticity, as used in the passage about Hypertension, refers to the stretchiness or flexibility of blood vessels. The text mentions that blood vessels lose elasticity and stiffen as a person ages, indicating that they become less flexible. This eliminates choices A and D (Firmness and Rigidity) as the correct answers. Choice B (Compactness) is unrelated to the concept of elasticity in the context of blood vessels and is therefore incorrect. Understanding elasticity as the ability to stretch or flex helps in choosing flexibility as the correct answer.

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