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Elizabeth Hill

7 July 2022

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1. employee 2. employer 3. job 4. volunteer work 5. work

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5 any task that is useful 4 unpaid work done for a person or organization 3 work done for pay 2 the supervisor or owner of a company or organization 1 the worker for a company or organization

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Work performed for pay that is unrelated to any other work you have performed or are trained to do is _____. a job a career volunteer work part time

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part time

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A work permit is required for workers younger than eighteen years old. True False

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True

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The government department responsible for laws concerning work is the _____. department of education department of commerce department of labor department of human resources

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department of labor

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My neighbor's lawn is overgrown. While I was mowing my own lawn, I cut hers, too. She offered to pay me but I would not take her money. It was my pleasure to help her. Mowing my neighbor's lawn was _____. a job a career volunteer work part time

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volunteer work

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1. contribution 2. need 3. wages 4. want

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4 an item or service that is desirable but not necessary 1 giving time, money, goods or services to others 3 money earned while working 2 an item or service that is necessary or required

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Discovering a treatment for lung cancer would most satisfy which of these personal benefits of work? contribution being with others a need earning money

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contribution

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Working as a team to design a skyscraper would most satisfy which of these personal benefits of work? earning money being with others a want feeling respected

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being with others

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Which of these emotions is not a personal benefit of work? accomplishment stress appreciation satisfaction

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stress

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Making thirty-five thousand dollars as a brick layer would most satisfy which of these personal benefits of work? contribution being with others a want earning money

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earning money

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Housing and entertainment are both needs. True False

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False

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You are paid $10 an hour as a wage. You worked 36 hours this week. What is your weekly wage? $36 $360 $180 $400

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$360

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Your weekly wage is $400. What is your annual wage? $4,000 $12,000 $40,000 $20,800

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$20,800

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Each state can set its own minimum wage. If the federal and state minimum wages are different, the highest minimum wage is used. True False

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True

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1. deductions 2. gross wage 3. net wage

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2 total wage amount before deductions are withheld 1 any amount withheld from an employee's gross wage 3 total wage amount after deductions are withheld

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Employees who record and are paid for the exact of amount of time spent working are paid on a(n) _____ basis. salary commission hourly contract

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hourly

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Employees who are paid a portion of the profit from the sale of a product or service are paid on a(n) _____ basis. salary commission hourly contract

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commission

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Employees who are paid a set annual wage regardless of the number of hours worked or the amount of work completed are paid on a(n) _____ basis. salary commission hourly contract

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salary

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Employees who are paid to complete a task, such as build a house, are paid on a(n) _____ basis. salary commission hourly contract

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contract

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Which of the following is not a payroll tax deduction? federal payroll tax sales tax state payroll tax FICA

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sales tax

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Which of the following is used by the federal government to support Social Security and Medicare programs? federal payroll tax property tax sales tax FICA

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FICA

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Gross wage refers to the wage an employee earns before deductions are subtracted. True False

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True

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Payroll deductions are the same for all employees. True False

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False

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1. commute 2. lifestyle 3. lifestyle budget

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3 lists the costs of items you choose to spend your money on 2 the way a person chooses to live 1 the distance you travel to and from work

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Once you have made a lifestyle choice, you cannot change your mind. True False

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False

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The only way to decrease your lifestyle budget is by completely eliminating an item. True False

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False

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If you travel two hours to get to work each day and work five days a week, what is your weekly commute time? two hours five hours ten hours twenty hours

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twenty hours

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If your daily commute time is an hour and today you worked an hour of overtime, how much time is added to your commute time for the day? none thirty minutes one hour five hours

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none

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The time it takes to travel to work is referred to as _____. commute time overtime extra time part time

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commute time

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If your lifestyle budget is fifty thousand dollars a year, selecting a career earning seventy-five thousand dollars a year will most likely allow you to meet your lifestyle goals. True False

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True

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According to The Wedding Report, in 2010, the average wedding cost a little more than _____. twenty-four thousand dollars five thousand dollars eleven thousand dollars thirty thousand dollars

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twenty-four thousand dollars

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According to the US Department of Agriculture, in 2011, the cost of raising a child from birth to eighteen years of age was approximately _____. $24,630 $163,440 $54,300 $126,450

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$163,440

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1. global economy 2. society 3. workforce

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1 products and services traded among countries around the world 2 a group of people who, based on their geographic location, band together for the good of the group 3 the people who are both able and willing to work

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A _____ is a group of people who, based on their geographic location, band together for the good of the group. society political party global economy workforce

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society

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Which of the following is not a responsibility of a member of society? work leisure travel serve participate

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leisure travel

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Every society depends on a productive _____ to provide goods and services. society political party global economy workforce

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workforce

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_____ describes the practice of products and services traded among countries around the world. Society Political party Global economy Workforce

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Global economy

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Choose all that are sources of funding for social services in a society. income tax collection service fees collection traffic tickets port fees

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income tax collection service fees collection

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Voting provides members of society with an opportunity to shape legislation concerning current and future social programs. True False

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True

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Members of a society must be at least eighteen years old to serve their community. True False

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False

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1. Unpaid work done for a person or an organization 2. Any task that is useful 3. A state-required legal document giving employees younger than eighteen years old permission to work 4. A good or service that is desirable but not necessary 5. Wage amount after deductions are withheld 6. Lists the costs of items you choose to spend your money on 7. The people who are both able and willing to work

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7 workforce 2 work 5 net wage 3 work permit 6 lifestyle budget 1 volunteer work 4 want

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My neighbor's lawn is overgrown. While I was mowing my own lawn, I cut hers too. She offered to pay me but I would not take her money. It was my pleasure to help her. Mowing my neighbor's lawn was _____. a job a career volunteer work part time

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volunteer work

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The government department responsible for laws concerning work is the_____. US Department of Education US Department of Commerce US Department of Labor US Department of Human Resources

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US Department of Labor

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Making thirty-five thousand dollars as a bricklayer would most satisfy which of these personal benefits of work? contribution being with others a want earning money

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earning money

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Housing and entertainment are both needs. True False

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False

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If the federal and state minimum wages are different, the highest minimum wage is used. True False

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True

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Employees who record and are paid for the exact amount of time spent working are paid on a(n) _____ basis. salary commission hourly contract

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hourly

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Which of the following is not a payroll tax deduction? federal payroll tax sales tax state payroll tax FICA

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sales tax

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Gross wage refers to the wage an employee earns before deductions are subtracted. True False

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True

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If you travel thirty minutes to work each day and work five days a week, what is your weekly commute time? 30 minutes 5 hours 2.5 hours none of the above

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5 hours

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If you travel thirty minutes to work each day and work five days a week, what is your weekly commute time? 30 minutes 5 hours 2.5 hours None

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None

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It is possible to have a society within a society. True False

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True

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The time it takes to travel to work is referred to as _____. commute time overtime extra time part time

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commute time

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_____ describes the practice of products and services traded between countries around the world. Society Political party Global economy Workforce

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Global economy

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Members of a society must be at least eighteen years old to serve their community in any way. True False

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False

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The act of negotiating with employers regarding employment issues by employees who are members of a union is called ________.

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collective bargaining

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To qualify to work in the United States, immigrant workers must obtain a ____ . Social Security card driver's license health card visa

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visa

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Which of the following is a characteristic protected by anti-discrimination laws_____ . education skills experience age

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age

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The _____ protects the rights of individuals forty and older. Civil Rights Act of 1964 Age Discrimination Act of 1967 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Equal Pay Act of 1963

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Age Discrimination Act of 1967

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The _____ requires employers to provide equal pay for equal work. Civil Rights Act of 1964 Age Discrimination Act of 1967 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Equal Pay Act of 1963

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Equal Pay Act of 1963

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Civil rights laws protect against discrimination in all but what area? race gender religion language

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language

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Workplace harassment laws protect only against harassment that is physical in nature. True False

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False

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If an employer goes out of business, employees who have worked long enough might qualify for _____ . health insurance unemployment insurance affirmative action holiday pay

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unemployment insurance

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You must consider the physical aspects of different work environments when choosing a career. True False

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True

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____ is not a physical work environment characteristic. Temperature Equipment Weather Shift work

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Shift Work

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_____ is the federal branch responsible for creating guidelines and monitoring workplace safety. FCC OSHA WPS USPS

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OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)

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Which of these jobs is not typically performed in an indoor workplace environment? florist chef park ranger mechanic

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park ranger

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____ describes the period of time in a twenty-four-hour period that is spent at work. Task Time sheet Salary Work shift

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Work Shift

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Work environment includes physical and social surroundings of work. True False

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True

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Advancements in technology alter the way jobs are performed but do not alter the physical and social environments of the workplace. True False

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False

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Slang is the use of formal words used in speech. True False

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False

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_____ is not a basic employability skill. Calculus Division Subtraction Multiplication

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Calculus

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When practicing reading skills, you should focus on _______. content recall comprehension speed all of the above

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all of the above

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When responding to your boss that you agree on a topic, it would be acceptable to say _____. "I'm down with that." "I totally get it!" "That sounds great." "Cool beans."

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"That sounds great."

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Select all that apply. Careful listening skills include: refraining from interrupting the speaker taking quality notes making an effort to understand maintaining eye contact with the speaker

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refraining from interrupting the speaker making an effort to understand maintaining eye contact with the speaker

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Keeping your _____ and _____ in mind will dictate what you say and how you say it. mood, interest mom, dad age, experience audience, purpose

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audience, purpose

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It's best if you share the details of a personal appointment when you need to request time off work. True False

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False

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A professional attitude is a combination of _____, gratitude, pride, and investment. skill knowledge enthusiasm employability

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enthusiasm

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The word diplomatic means: to give up something to become upset to respect others,valuing their perspective, and being sensitive to their concerns none of the above

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to respect others,valuing their perspective, and being sensitive to their concerns

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Clarifying the issues of a problem is the _____ step in the problem-solving process. first second sixth seventh

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second

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After you have considered alternatives in the problem-solving process, the next step is to _____. clarify the issues select the best solution implement the plan evaluate the alternatives

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evaluate the alternatives

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For every problem-solving activity, it's crucial that no less than five alternatives be considered. True False

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False

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Selecting the best solution to a problem means there are no alternatives. True False

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False

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Respecting others, valuing their perspective, and being sensitive to their concerns is _____. an arbitrator a leader diplomatic unbiased

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diplomatic

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A(n) _____ is an unbiased third party used to make suggestions to a group that is having difficulty resolving a problem. arbitrator diplomat mediator judge

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mediator

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Recognizing a problem exists and taking actions to resolve it is an example of _____. initiative compromise diplomacy communication

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initiative

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1. lifelong learning 2. postsecondary education 3. technology

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2 a formal learning experience that occurs after high school 1 seeking education and experience throughout one's life 3 knowledge and tools used to perform tasks

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Lifelong learning describes the time it takes an individual to complete a college degree. True False

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False

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Lifelong learning includes the following _____. hobbies community activities college education all of the above

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all of the above

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A(n) _____ is the highest education degree available at a community college. master's bachelor's associate's specialist's

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associate's

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Productivity software has been used for a number of years. Recent advancements in productivity software technology have made _____ among multiple users all over the world a possibility. collaboration e-mailing texting calling

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collaboration

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Advancements in technology that might be helpful for individuals who need accommodations to perform computer tasks include _____. voice-recognition software laptops touch screens both voice recognition software and touch screens

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both voice recognition software and touch screens

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A Career Cluster is a group of related careers. True False

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True

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The _____ developed the sixteen career clusters that group careers by similarities. US Department of Labor US Department of Food and Drug Administration US Department of Education None of the above

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US Department of Education

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Select all that apply. Careers in the Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Career Cluster include: gardener teacher judge jailer

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judge jailer

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Select all that apply. Careers in the Hospitality & Tourism Career Cluster include: tour guide cruise ship captain Ferris wheel operator safari guide

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tour guide cruise ship captain Ferris wheel operator safari guide

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Select all that apply. Careers in the Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Career Cluster include: chef graphic designer photographer wildlife conservationist

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chef wildlife conservationist

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Specific career details such as _____ and _____ vary within Career Clusters. salary education level similarities both salary and education level

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both salary and education level

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Select all that apply. Careers in the Architecture & Construction Career Cluster include: carpenter 3-D animator fashion designer drywall finisher

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carpenter drywall finisher

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1. unequal treatment of others based on a bias concerning a person's characteristics such as race, religion, gender, or age 2. the act of sharing information 3. respecting others, valuing their perspective, and being sensitive to their concerns 4. the use of a third party to make suggestions 5. a group of related careers

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5 career cluster 4 mediation 1 discrimination 3 diplomatic 2 communication

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_____ is the act of negotiating with employers regarding employment issues by employees who are members of a union. Affirmative action Collective bargaining Discrimination Labor union

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Collective bargaining

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Which of the following is a characteristic protected by anti-discrimination laws? education skills experience age

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age

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Workplace harassment protects only against harassment that is physical in nature. True False

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False

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_____ is the federal branch responsible for creating guidelines and monitoring workplace safety. FCC OSHA WPS USPS

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OSHA

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Work environment includes physical and social aspects of work. True False

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True

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When practicing reading skills, you should focus on _____. content recall comprehension speed all of the above

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all of the above

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Keeping your _____ and _____ in mind will dictate what you say and how you say it. mood, interest mom, dad age, experience audience, purpose

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audience, purpose

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Cameron and Drake are making plans for Saturday. Cameron wants to go bowling. Drake does not bowl well and prefers to shoot hoops at the YMCA. Cameron wants Drake to have a good time so he agrees shooting hoops will be fun for both of them. Cameron's decision to shoot hoops is an example of _____. mediation arbitration compromise evaluation

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compromise

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At times during problem solving it might be necessary to use a third party to help come to a decision. Which of the following involves using a third party? arbitration compromise mediation both a and c

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both a and c

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Clarifying the issues of a problem is the _____ step in the problem solving process. first second sixth seventh

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second

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For every problem-solving activity it is crucial that no less than five alternatives be considered. True False

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False

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A(n) _____ is the highest educational degree available at a community college. master's bachelor's associate's specialist's

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associate's

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_____ are placed on dangerous machinery to detect motion, light, heat, pressure, or another stimulus. Their presence helps protect operators from injury while working on machines. Mirrors Labels Sensors Alarms

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Sensors

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Hotel clerks, amusement park workers, and travel agents all work in careers found in the _____ career cluster. Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Information Technology Architecture and Construction Hospitality and Tourism

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Hospitality and Tourism

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Select all that apply. Which of the following would be considered full-time work? forty-five hours thirty-three hours fifty-one hours forty hours

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forty-five hours fifty-one hours forty hours

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Many states require a work permit until a worker reaches the age of _____. eighteen sixteen twenty thirteen

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eighteen

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Food and housing are both needs. True False

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True

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Select all that apply. Which of these emotions are personal benefits of work? accomplishment stress appreciation overwhelmed

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accomplishment appreciation

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Each state can set its own minimum wage. If the federal and state minimum wages are different, the highest minimum wage is used. True False

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True

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Employees who are paid a portion of the profit from the sale of a product or service are paid on a commission basis. True False

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True

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Which of the following is used by the federal government to provide Social Security and Medicare benefits? federal payroll tax property tax sales tax FICA

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FICA

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Select all that apply. Your lifestyle budget includes money spent in the following areas: housing food transportation entertainment

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housing food transportation entertainment

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Select all that apply. Which of the following is found to be a benefit of marriage according to the US Department of Health and Human Services? better decision-making improved mental health increased wealth decreased risk of alcohol and drug use

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improved mental health increased wealth decreased risk of alcohol and drug use

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According to The Wedding Report, in 2010 the average wedding cost a little more than $5,000. True False

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False

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Lifestyle choices should be changed at least once a year. True False

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False

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Select all that apply. Which of the items listed below are public services commonly found in societies? law enforcement public schools grocery store public water supply

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law enforcement public schools

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Every society depends on a productive _____ to provide goods and services. workforce society political party global economy

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workforce

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_____ provides members of society with an opportunity to shape legislation concerning current and future public service programs. Complaining Voting Writing Judges

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Voting

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Which of the following is a law intended to eliminate discrimination in the workplace? Equal Pay Act of 1963 Age Discrimination Act of 1967 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 all of the above

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all of the above

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The _____ requires employers to provide equal pay for equal work. Civil Rights Act of 1964 Age Discrimination Act of 1967 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Equal Pay Act of 1963

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Equal Pay Act of 1963

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When a worker loses his job through no fault of his own, he may qualify for ____. health insurance unemployment insurance affirmative action holiday pay

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unemployment insurance

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Select all that apply. ____ is a characteristic of physical work environment. Temperature Equipment Weather Shift work

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Temperature Equipment Weather

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Employees keep track of their worked schedule on a _____. task time sheet salary work shift

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time sheet

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Work environment includes physical and social aspects of work. True False

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True

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It is time for you to schedule a dental checkup. The responsible thing to do is to _____. Make the appointment for first thing in the morning so you can enjoy the entire day off work. Make the appointment for Friday afternoon so you only miss half a day's work Make the appointment for after hours so your work schedule is not affected Make the appointment as early as possible in the day so you can return to work when finished

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Make the appointment as early as possible in the day so you can return to work when finished

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Keeping your _____and _____in mind will dictate what you say and how you say it. mood, interest mom, dad age, experience audience, purpose

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audience, purpose

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Clarifying the issues of a problem is the _____ step in the problem-solving process. first second sixth seventh

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second

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Recognizing a problem exists and taking action to resolve it is an example of _____. initiative compromise diplomacy communication

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initiative

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Select all that apply. _____ is an example of a postsecondary degree. Master's Bachelor's Associate's Specialist's

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Master's Bachelor's Associate's Specialist's

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_____ are placed on dangerous machinery to detect motion, light, heat, pressure, or another stimuli. Their presence helps protect operators from injury while working on machines. Mirrors Labels Sensors Alarms

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Sensors

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Select all that apply. Careers in the Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources career cluster include: waiter wildlife conservationist restaurant manager photographer

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waiter wildlife conservationist

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Specific career details such as _____ and _____ vary within career clusters. salary education level similarities both salary and education level

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both salary and education level

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A scribe is an individual from ancient Greece who has been taught to read and write. True False

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True

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If you were a poor Egyptian living in a rural area, from whom would you most likely receive your care? a scribe who lived in your area a physician who traveled to see you a healer who lived locally a woman trained at the House of Life

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a healer who lived locally

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All Egyptian health-care workers received training at the House of Life. True False

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False

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An Egyptian would need to _____ before becoming a physician. obtain permission from a leader learn to be a scribe become a priest agree not to marry

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learn to be a scribe

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Some common resources used in medicine in ancient Egypt included _____. amulets, saws, scales, and alcohol knives, plants, minerals, and clay all are correct alcohol, fat, meat, and mallets

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all are correct

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We know that religion was important to health-care practices in ancient Egypt. The best evidence to support this is _____. the fact that some physicians were also priests their understanding of what can cause an illness the practice of calling upon gods and goddesses to help the sick the use of amulets of animals

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the practice of calling upon gods and goddesses to help the sick

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Egyptian women could become physicians because _____. their place in society was one of respect and opportunity they were needed to treat female patients there were not enough Egyptian men to train as physicians all Egyptian women could read and write

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their place in society was one of respect and opportunity

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In Mesopotamia, the society treated a medical practice similarly to how we do today. Which statement provides the best evidence to support this idea? It is difficult for a female to become a doctor. Physicians today are just as hesitant to do surgical procedures as they were in ancient times. The physicians were required to abide by laws/rules that governed the practice of medicine. Physicans were granted certain rankings for successful surgeries.

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The physicians were required to abide by laws/rules that governed the practice of medicine.

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The humoral theory of Ancient Greece believed that the imbalance of the four body fluids brought about illness. Which of the following is NOT one of the four body fluids? yellow bile blue bile phlegm blood

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blue bile

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What elements of Chinese medicine are used in current medical practices? acupuncture, herbal medicine, and meditation the Hippocratic Oath, the humoral theory, and meditation bloodletting, plasters, and herbal medicine yin yang, acupuncture, and the humoral theory

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acupuncture, herbal medicine, and meditation

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This civilization believed that a healthy lifestyle was important to optimal health. This lifestyle included limiting drink, sleeping well, eating right, and getting plenty of exercise. ancient Egypt ancient Greece Mesopotamia ancient China

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ancient Greece

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In the seventeenth century, physicians and other scientists did not routinely perform autopsies. Which statement best illustrates the cause and effect? Physicians did not have the tools to do autopsies; therefore, they were not able to practice their surgical skills on the dead. At this time, it was considered culturally unacceptable to deface the dead; therefore, physicians did not know much about internal anatomy. Physicians were not curious about the inside of the human body; therefore, they did not investigate after death. At this time, disease was rampant; therefore, physicians were hesitant to cut into the dead for fear of catching the disease that killed the person.

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At this time, it was considered culturally unacceptable to deface the dead; therefore, physicians did not know much about internal anatomy.

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Which statement correctly illustrates the results of James Lind's skills in observation and problem solving? James Lind was the first person to use the scientific method. James Lind was able to tie unclean conditions to contracting typhus. James Lind improved the lives of sailors by recommending vaccinations. James Lind created an elixir for scurvy.

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James Lind was able to tie unclean conditions to contracting typhus.

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Lind's experiments at sea tested some potential cures for scurvy. His experiments were important because _____. they proved that scurvy was caused by dehydration and could be treated with fruit juice they were the first-ever clinical trial they showed the world that sailing was not safe they illustrated what can happen when you do not have enough supplies to do an experiment

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they were the first-ever clinical trial

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This invention made amputation much safer, which cut down on the number of people who died during the procedure. the tourniquet the stethoscope a blood transfusion a tracheotomy

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the tourniquet

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John Hunter developed this technique to help injured people who could not breathe. tourniquet blood transfusion variolation tracheotomy

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tracheotomy

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Which statement provides an example of preventative medicine in the eighteenth century? Edward Jenner developed the vaccination for smallpox. Jean-Louis Petit invented the double screw tourniquet. James Lind discovered that fruit juice could cure scurvy. Santorio Santorio invented the thermometer.

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Edward Jenner developed the vaccination for smallpox.

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Which statement best describes how problem solving can lead to important inventions? The stethoscope was invented by a French doctor who was embarrassed to put his head on women's chests to listen to their lungs. In different areas, during the same time period, two versions of the thermometer were invented. Typhus was less common in hospitals when patients were bathed and provided clean clothes and linens. The tourniquet is used during amputations to cut the blood supply to the injured limb.

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The stethoscope was invented by a French doctor who was embarrassed to put his head on women's chests to listen to their lungs.

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The first vaccination was developed by _____. using a culture of typhus to cure scurvy using a culture of cowpox to prevent smallpox using an elixir of fruit juice to prevent typhus using sheep's blood to prevent illness

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using a culture of cowpox to prevent smallpox

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1. a medication or gas used to induce a state where the patient will feel no pain 2. people working together for a common goal 3. the study of infectious disease 4. high-energy waves that can cause damage to cells 5. treatment that uses high-energy concentrated radiation to kill cells that make up tumors or other lesions 6. technology: the use of diagnostic x-ray equipment

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2 collaboration 6 radiologic 5 radiation therapy 4 radiation 1 anesthesia 3 epidemiology

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The ease of travel in the twentieth century played a role in the advancement of medicine. Based on this lesson, which statement best describes why access to transportation was important? Transportation allowed doctors to communicate. Transportation helped doctors come together to collaborate on projects. Transportation gave patients access to health care. Transportation helped doctors gain access to supplies.

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Transportation helped doctors come together to collaborate on projects.

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Which statement best describes the rise of modern medicine? Technology, collaboration, and innovation were responsible for the advances in modern medicine. Medical practices are rooted in ancient religion and tradition. Modern doctors depend on the help of others in order to get their job done. All modern medical careers are founded on ancient practices.

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Technology, collaboration, and innovation were responsible for the advances in modern medicine.

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Based on what you have learned in this lesson, what had the biggest impact on the advancement of surgical procedures? anesthesia the heart-lung machine x-rays epidemiology

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anesthesia

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The discovery of x-rays and radiation was very important to the diagnosis and treatment of disease. What technologies came from this discovery? surgical technology radiation therapy diagnostic x-rays both radiation therapy and diagnostic x-rays

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both radiation therapy and diagnostic x-rays

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Advancements in medical technology often lead to new careers. True False

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True

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Research and technology developed for one area can often lead to advances in medicine. Which example had the biggest impact on medicine? the development of protective clothing the development of computers the development of the heart-lung machine none of the above

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the development of computers

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Based on this lesson, what tool has increased the ability of doctors to consult and collaborate on a global scale? medical schools the Internet phone service space exploration

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the Internet

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What we know about medicine in ancient Egypt comes from _____. The Code of Hammurabi medical writings called papyri stories written by physicians folk stories

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medical writings called papyri

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In Mesopotamia, what role could a women play in medicine? Woman had many rights but were unable to practice law or medicine. Women physicians could only be trained by women and could only treat women. Women were not respected and could not be trained as physicians. Any women who could read or write would be able to be trained as a physician.

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Any women who could read or write would be able to be trained as a physician.

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In which ancient civilization was healthy living and exercise very important? ancient Rome ancient Greece Mesopotamia ancient Egypt

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ancient Greece

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In ancient Egypt, an individual who could read and write was called a(n) _____. hygeia scribe asclepia chiron

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scribe

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What was the significance of the Code of Hammurabi? The Code of Hammurabi outlined the rules that physicians had to follow. The Code of Hammurabi outlined the fees that physicians would be paid. The Code of Hammurabi outlined patient rights. all of the above

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all of the above

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Today, upon graduation from medical school, physicians often recite the Hippocratic oath. Where did this originate, and what was its meaning? The Hippocratic oath originated in Mesopotamia and outlined the rules that physicians would need to follow. The Hippocratic oath originated in ancient Egypt and described the responsibilities of a physician. The Hippocratic oath originated in ancient Greece. The overall meaning of the Hippocratic oath was that the physician had an obligation to both the patient and his fellow physicians. The Hippocratic oath originated in ancient Egypt and outlined that physicians must give equal treatment to the rich and the poor.

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The Hippocratic oath originated in ancient Greece. The overall meaning of the Hippocratic oath was that the physician had an obligation to both the patient and his fellow physicians.

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Why was medicine in ancient Greece considered to be more advanced that other cultures in this time? The Greek physicians looked for the physical cause of the disease and understood a good bit about anatomy and physiology. Many of the Greek physicians were women who received more training than men. The Greek physicians were also priests so they could call on the gods to help them. The Greek physicians were trained for longer periods of time than the physicians in other civilizations.

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The Greek physicians looked for the physical cause of the disease and understood a good bit about anatomy and physiology.

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The way our health-care system is organized is most like that of which civilization? ancient Greece ancient Egypt ancient China Mesopotamia

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ancient Egypt

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This type of medicine is still practiced today. ancient Greek medicine ancient Chinese medicine ancient Egyptian medicine ancient Mesopotamian medicine

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ancient Chinese medicine

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In the seventeenth century, physicians did not do many autopsies. Why? The law required physicians pay a high fee for the bodies. Physicians were afraid that they would catch whatever killed the person. Defacing a dead body was against their religious beliefs and cultural norms. Physicians were afraid that they would anger the gods.

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Defacing a dead body was against their religious beliefs and cultural norms.

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These two scientists were credited for discovering microorganisms. Robert Sheele and Pierre Bayen Anton Van Leeuwenhoek and Robert Hooke Hippocrates and Syrus John Jansen and Theodore Laennec

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Anton Van Leeuwenhoek and Robert Hooke

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Edward Jenner made a huge contribution to the field of medicine. Which statement best describes his contribution? Edward Jenner was the first to describe how the circulatory system works. Edward Jenner took his love for engineering and used it to build the microscope. Edward Jenner was responsible for the discovery of the tracheostomy procedure. Edward Jenner invented a vaccination from cow pox that could make a person immune to smallpox.

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Edward Jenner invented a vaccination from cow pox that could make a person immune to smallpox.

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In Detroit, many people come down with the bird flu. This is an example of _____. a pandemic, because it was not worldwide an epidemic, because it was contained to a certain area a pandemic, because it was an infectious disease an epidemic, because it was on a global scale

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an epidemic, because it was contained to a certain area

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This technology makes it easy for doctors to collaborate, which gives patients access to specialists who do not live in their area. computers transportation medical imaging the Internet

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the Internet

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This technology had the biggest impact on the capabilities of diagnostic testing. the microscope computers the Internet transportation

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computers

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1. molecules that are made by living organisms; molecules that make up living organisms 2. structure found in the cell that contains tightly wound strands of DNA 3. deoxyribonucleic acid is the carrier of all genetic information; the main component of chromosomes and contains all the instructions necessary for structure and function in an organism 4. a biologic catalyst, usually made up of protein, which aids with chemical reactions in the body 5. important biological molecules with a complex folded structure

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3 DNA 2 chromosome 1 biological molecules 5 proteins 4 enzyme

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1. a sequence of nucleotides in a strand of DNA that code for a specific product, which is usually protein 2. the complete set of hereditary instructions contained in the DNA 3. a global partnership to map out the human genome; the project was completed in 2003 4. two or more atoms held together by a bond 5. a molecule of RNA that is transcribed from a DNA sequence; contains the information to be translated into protein 6. characteristics of living things

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3 Human Genome Project 1 gene 5 mRNA 4 molecule 2 genome 6 traits

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When you compare the genome of one individual to another, you will find that _____. their DNA is vastly different their DNA is about 99 percent identical the genes are all coded the same the genes are all coded differently

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their DNA is about 99 percent identical

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Segments of DNA that contain the code for specific proteins are called _____. nucleotides chromosomes genes RNA

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genes

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Which statement is true? There are a number of chromosomes on a given gene; all of these actively code for proteins. Chromosomes contain many genes; not all genes are actively coding. DNA contains a number of segments that code for specific proteins; these segments are chromosomes. The segments of genes found on chromosomes are made of RNA, which codes for protein synthesis.

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Chromosomes contain many genes; not all genes are actively coding.

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What scientific discovery spurred the rapid advancements in the fields of genetics? the understanding that heredity was by chance the knowledge of how chromosomes duplicate the understanding that genes code for specific proteins the understanding of how RNA translates DNA

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the understanding that genes code for specific proteins

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Which statement correctly describes genetic diseases or disorders? If one inherits a gene for a specific disease, and the gene is recessive, the disease is not always present. A mutation always causes a genetic disease. Dominant genes do not carry the codes for genetic disease. If individuals inherit a gene that carries a genetic disease, it is not possible for them to pass it on to their offspring.

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If one inherits a gene for a specific disease, and the gene is recessive, the disease is not always present. A mutation always causes a genetic disease.

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DNA would be found within which classification of biological molecules? lipids carbohydrates nucleic acids proteins

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nucleic acids

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A mutation is _____. a mistake in the production of DNA an error in the genetic code a mistake that may cause a genetic disease all of the above

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all of the above

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Which statement best described why gene chips are so valuable? Gene chips allowed scientists to evaluate multiple genes at one time; they could even look at an entire genome. Scientists were able to use gene chips to store the information from their research studies. Scientists discovered that genes are made of smaller subunits called gene chips. The discovery of gene chips lead to the micro processing power that enabled scientists to evaluate large amounts of data.

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Gene chips allowed scientists to evaluate multiple genes at one time; they could even look at an entire genome.

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If parents wanted to learn more about their genetic history and the possibility of passing a genetic disease on to a child, they should _____. have a carrier identification test be tested for PKU see a genetic counselor have a carrier identification test, and see a genetic counselor

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have a carrier identification test, and see a genetic counselor

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Recombinant DNA technology was very important because it _______. allowed scientists to analyze how genes are able to code for proteins gave scientists a tool used for genetic engineering furthered the understanding of the human genome is a process used with gene chips

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gave scientists a tool used for genetic engineering

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1. a segment of a body plane; in imaging, a cross-sectional image is one that is taken and represents a slice of the anatomy it intersects; also called a transverse section, it separates the body into superior and inferior regions 2. computed tomography, often represents computer assisted tomography (CAT) 3. a visual representation 4. Magnetic Resonance Imaging

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1 cross-section 2 CT 3 imaging 4 MRI

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1. the use of radioactive elements to diagnose or treat disease 2. electromagnetic waves that travel through a substance; imaging uses high intensity radiation, which has the potential to harm cells 3. low frequency electromagnetic waves that do not cause harm to cells 4. an individual who works with technology and has knowledge and skill specific to the technology they use 5. a specialist in a specific field of technology 6. an abnormal growth 7. high frequency sound waves that cannot be heard

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6 tumor 2 radiation 1 nuclear medicine 4 technician 3 radio waves 5 technologist 7 ultrasound

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Which imaging technologies do not use radiation? x-ray and ultrasound CT and MRI nuclear medicine and x-ray MRI and ultrasound

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MRI and ultrasound

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The prefix poly- means _____. too much under before not enough

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too much

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The suffix -iasis means _____. the study of repair a condition incision

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a condition

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The root word cyto means _____. heart cell bladder disease

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cell

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The root word dorso means _____. disease front back chest

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back

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Which statement is correct? Sonography is often used during pregnancy, because it provides a way to evaluate the baby without risk. MRI is an imaging tool that allows doctors to see internal structures in real time. ACT scan uses radio waves to determine the gray scale on an image. Nuclear medicine involves the use of a high-frequency transducer to measure the radiation.

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Sonography is often used during pregnancy, because it provides a way to evaluate the baby without risk.

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Which explanation best describes the importance of continuing education? It is a certification requirement. It is important to stay current with advances. It is needed after a professional becomes certified in an imaging field. All of the above

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All of the above

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The jobs that support medical imaging require specific types of education. Which field discussed requires the least amount of training? Which field requires the most amount of training? sales representatives; biomedical engineers transcriptionists; radiologists imaging specialists; application specialists research and development; radiologists

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transcriptionists; radiologists

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In order to determine if there is a potential organ match for a transplant, doctors perform these three tests. cross-matching, donor screening, and white blood cell levels blood type, tissue type, and cross-matching organ matching, donor screening, and genetic analysis blood typing, genetic screening, and donor testing

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blood type, tissue type, and cross-matching

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Which statement best describes the role of the artificial heart? It is a good replacement option for people who do not want a human heart. It has been a great option because it can keep patients alive for a very long time. It is not a good option because of the high possibility for rejection. It has limited usefulness but can prolong life or be a tool to use while waiting for a transplant.

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It has limited usefulness but can prolong life or be a tool to use while waiting for a transplant.

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Which organ would be appropriate for a donor transplant? kidney heart lungs pancreas

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kidney

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Multiple donor transplant chains involve multiple donors and recipients "trading" organs to meet the needs of many who require transplants. True False

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True

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Which statement is true? Transplant patients are exposed to disinfectants and antibiotics before they receive an organ. Cow hearts have been successfully transplanted into humans and will perform well until a human heart is found. Transplant patients are given drugs to suppress their immune system to help reduce the chance of rejection. There is no chance of contracting an infectious disease from an organ transplant.

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Transplant patients are given drugs to suppress their immune system to help reduce the chance of rejection.

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Adult stem cells can be found in _____. the liver, lungs, and ovaries the lungs, bone marrow, and liver bone marrow, muscle, and the brain the reproductive organs and the bone marrow

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bone marrow, muscle, and the brain

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This process involves taking DNA and placing it into a different cell. reproductive cloning genetic engineering stem cell research both reproductive cloning and genetic engineering

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both reproductive cloning and genetic engineering

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Genetic researchers use _____ to make copies of the genes they are studying. embryos eggs pigs bacteria

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bacteria

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Scientists use this technology to map the human genome. cross-testing genetic chips stem cells DNA

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genetic chips

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Genes can be turned on or turned off; not all genes are active at one time. True False

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True

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The root word patho means _____. disease black tumor a condition

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disease

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This imaging test can tell us about the function of the brain. CT scan MRI nuclear medicine study ultrasound

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MRI

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This imaging test is the most specific and detailed way to look at the body. CT scan PET scan MRI nuclear medicine test

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nuclear medicine test

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If you wanted to evaluate a broken knee, you could use all of the following EXCEPT _____. CT scan PET scan ultrasound MRI

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ultrasound

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This imaging tool can tell you the speed and direction of blood flow. ultrasound CT MRI none of the above

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ultrasound

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Which explanation best describes the importance of continuing education? Continuing education is not required, but it is a good way to learn more in your field. Continuing education is important to maintain certification and keep up with new advances in the field. Continuing education can be very costly and opportunities are difficult to find. Only physicians and nurses are required to have continuing education.

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Continuing education is important to maintain certification and keep up with new advances in the field.

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Biotechnology is _____. the study of biology and technology any use of living organisms to benefit health or the environment the use of technology to produce living things all of the above

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any use of living organisms to benefit health or the environment

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The best option for a donor organ would be _____. a family member a deceased donor an artificial organ an identical twin

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an identical twin

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Which statement is false? Organ rejection is a big risk in patients with organ transplants. Donor organs are treated with disinfectants and antibiotics before they are placed in the recipient. Anti-rejection drugs suppress the immune system, making the patient at risk for other illnesses. It is not possible to contract an illness from an organ transplant.

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It is not possible to contract an illness from an organ transplant.

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For years, surgeons have had great success using _____. pig hearts synthetic organs artificial heart valves the artificial heart

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artificial heart valves

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The cause of transplant failure is most often _____. internal bleeding infection rejection loss of blood supply

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rejection

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In ancient times, if you lived in a remote area of Egypt, who would be most likely to treat your illness? a healer who learned the practice from their family a physician who was formally trained a spiritual leader who had no medical training an eber who used magic and medicine

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a healer who learned the practice from their family

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In ancient Egypt, they realized that some illnesses were the result of a specific occurrence or action. Which actions or occurrences did they realize caused illnesses? stomach aches, headaches, and coughs snake bites, insect bites, and accidents vomiting, bleeding, or having urinary difficulties diarrhea, fevers, and eye infections

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snake bites, insect bites, and accidents

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In general, which statement best describes what it would be like to practice medicine in Mesopotamia? Mesopotamian physicians had tools like sesame oil, which was used for its antibacterial qualities. Surgery in Mesopotamia was performed with caution and care because physicians were legally accountable for the outcome of the surgery. Mesopotamian physicians had no spiritual beliefs, so no gods were responsible for illness. A and B above

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A and B above

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In Greece, the practice of medicine was different than in other cultures. Which statement BEST describes what was different about Greek medicine? Greek physicians did not believe in the healing power of the gods. They did not practice bloodletting. They believed that there were physical causes for illness rather than spiritual causes. They believed that illness was an imbalance of internal energy and body and m

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They believed that there were physical causes for illness rather than spiritual causes.

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The Code of Hammurabi was one of the first writings that outlined _____. directions for medical procedures medical uses for herbs and other substances patient rights doctor training requirements

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patient rights

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How did William Harvey's ideas about autopsies differ from the cultural ideas of his time? William Harvey did not believe in doing autopsies because he was concerned about the transmission of disease. William Harvey thought he could learn about anatomy by performing autopsies even though they were not considered culturally acceptable. William Harvey believed that autopsies should be done in a public place so that the public could learn about anatomy. William Harvey felt that autopsies should be performed on all individuals so that we could learn about different types of anatomy.

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William Harvey thought he could learn about anatomy by performing autopsies even though they were not considered culturally acceptable.

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Robert Boyle and Robert Hooke worked together and discovered some important physics concepts. Their work lead to the formation of Boyle's law; this describes the _____. relationship between blood flow and the heart rhythm and helped them discover how the heart works movement of oxygen and lead to the discovery of how blood delivered oxygen to tissues flow of fluids in the body and lead to the formation of the Humoral Theory relationship between pressure and air volume and led to the understanding of how respiration works

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relationship between pressure and air volume and led to the understanding of how respiration works

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If it were not for these two men, we might not have come to understand microorganisms. These men are named _____. Anton Van Leeuenhook and Robert Hooke Pierre Bayen and Carl Sheele Robert Boyle and Robert Hooke Santorio Santorio and Galileo Galilei

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Anton Van Leeuenhook and Robert Hooke

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The smallpox epidemic, Edward Jenner, and cowpox were all instrumental in the development of the first _____. blood transfusion procedure stethoscope made vaccine discovered tourniquet developed

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vaccine discovered

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What connections was James Lind able to make during his voyage and experiments at sea? James Lind used his medical expertise to develop a vaccine for scurvy. James Lind used the scientific method to discover the connection between smallpox and vitamin C. James Lind used his skills in observation and problem solving to discover the link between lack of cleanliness and typhus. James Lind used his reasoning skills to develop a cure for smallpox.

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James Lind used his skills in observation and problem solving to discover the link between lack of cleanliness and typhus.

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Why was the stethoscope invented? as a solution to the problem that doctors felt uncomfortable placing their ear on a woman's chest as an aid for doctors who were hard of hearing as a way to measure the blood pressure of a patient to help doctors view tiny organisms in the blood

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as a solution to the problem that doctors felt uncomfortable placing their ear on a woman's chest

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It was during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries that medicine emerged as a practice based on science instead of an art based on religion and superstition. True False

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True

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These tools were crucial in scientists' and physicians' ability to work together and collaborate to solve problems and learn about disease. the Internet and the scientific method computers and scientific journals scientific associations and transportation all of the above

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all of the above

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These medical inventions were the direct result of technology developed for space travel. computers, the stethoscope, and the microscope infrared thermometers, protective clothing, and improved prosthetic limbs heating pads, cooling beds, and radiation-monitoring devices pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and diabetic supplies

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infrared thermometers, protective clothing, and improved prosthetic limbs

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This invention was instrumental in the field of diagnostic imaging. Because of this invention, digital imaging is possible. the Internet transportation computers prosthetics

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computers

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Rosalind Franklin was instrumental in the discovery of _____. x-rays computers the structure of DNA human insulin

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the structure of DNA

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How is our knowledge of genetics used in medicine? Doctors can diagnose genetic disorders. Doctors can screen for genetic disorders. Scientists understand disorders such as Down syndrome and Turner's syndrome. all of the above

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all of the above

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At all times, all genes are active and code for proteins. True False

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False

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When scientists take the genes of two different species and combine them, we call this _____. genetic testing gene coding genetic engineering all of the above

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genetic engineering

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Which explanation BEST describes medical imaging? Medical imaging uses x-rays to image bones. Medical imaging involves taking photographs of sick people. Medical imaging uses medical equipment to take images of the body. Medical imaging uses sound waves to look inside the body.

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Medical imaging uses medical equipment to take images of the body.

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This imaging tool measures a magnetic shift to generate an image. MRI machine ultrasound machine CT scanner PET scanner

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MRI machine

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Which statement BEST describes an organ? the basic unit of all living things; a building block a group of tissues joined together to perform a specific function the process in which tissues combine the smallest unit in a system that can function on its own

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a group of tissues joined together to perform a specific function

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Which statement describes the MOST likely organ match? an identical twin the nearest sibling either parent a similar cadaver

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an identical twin

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According to the lesson, the biggest risk of organ transplantation is _____. rejection infection organ match harm to the donor

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rejection

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The activities of people traveling to and staying in places outside their usual environments for not more than one consecutive year for leisure, business, and other purposes is called _____. hospitality tourism travel transportation

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tourism

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In the United States, travel and tourism supported more than _____ jobs in the year 2010 alone. 5 million 7.5 million 15 million 20 million

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7.5 million

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The number of international visitors who traveled to the United States in 2010 was nearly _____. 20 million 40 million 60 million 80 million

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60 million

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A community that wants to invest in a tourism development should first conduct a _____. survey of residents self-assessment environmental-impact statement investment plan

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self-assessment

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_____ is the largest industry in the world. Manufacturing Education Technology Travel and tourism

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Travel and tourism

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Studies indicate that 20 percent to 25 percent of all business travelers engage in leisure activities during work-related trips. True False

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True

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The most prevalent type of travel occurs when family members take a trip together to visit a friend or relative. True False

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True

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A professional who evaluates a traveler's needs and budget and recommends, arranges, and sells part or all of the trip is a _____. tour manager travel guide travel agent sightseeing tour guide

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travel agent

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Travel is generally divided into which two broad categories? international and local leisure and business cruise and resort excursion and escorted

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leisure and business

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In the United States, there were _______ lodging establishments in 2010. 25,015 51,015 84,015 95,015

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51,015

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Motels are establishments that include hundreds of rooms and are generally equipped with elevators and indoor corridors. True False

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False

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The public rail service in the United States is called: the Metro North Commuter Railroad the National Rail Company Amtrak Shortline

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Amtrak

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The first railroad opened in the United States in _____. 1790 1830 1865 1890

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1830

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The most popular entertainment resort in the world is _____. the Las Vegas Strip SeaWorld Hershey Park Walt Disney World Resort

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Walt Disney World Resort

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A trip arranged by a travel professional that has at least two travel components is called _____. adventure travel an incentive trip packaged travel independent travel

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packaged travel

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A traveler who wants to explore and preserve the natural environment is a cultural tourist. True False

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False

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There are _____ individual food establishments in the United States. 250,000 525,000 770,000 970,000

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970,000

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There are _____ museums in the United States. 5,500 10,500 17,500 25,500

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17,500

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Companies that develop, own, and provide the travel products being sold are called _____ . suppliers consumers intermediaries distributors

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suppliers

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Companies that are go-betweens that link suppliers with the traveling public are called _____. suppliers consumers intermediaries distributors

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intermediaries

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A commodity is a complex product, and suppliers of these products provide very different types of vacations. True False

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False

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An example of a consumer buying a product directly from a supplier is _____. purchasing an airline ticket through an online travel agency purchasing an airline ticket through a travel agency purchasing an airline ticket through an airline's web site purchasing an airline ticket through a cruise liner

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purchasing an airline ticket through a travel agency

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_____ season is when the weather is best in a locale and when many people have time off for vacation. Low High Shoulder Average

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High

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_____ season is when the weather is not optimal and few tourists have vacation time. Low High Shoulder Average

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Low

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_____ are travelers who are cautious and prefer predictable vacations that they take over and over. Dependables Venturers Centrics Intermediaries

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Dependables

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_____ are travelers who prefer visiting unusual, exotic places. Dependables Venturers Centrics Intermediaries

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Venturers

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_____ are travelers who like adventure, but in moderation. Dependables Venturers Centrics Intermediaries

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Centrics

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Prices are high at hotels when it is low season in a tourist destination. True False

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False

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Which of the following is an activity, not an industry? dining services tourism travel accommodations

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travel

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What is the major difference between an attraction and entertainment? An attraction offers retail services. An attraction always requires a paid admission. An attraction can be part of a travel package. An attraction is offered year-round.

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An attraction always requires a paid admission.

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The restaurant industry employed _____ people in the United States in 2010. 5.9 million people 8.9 million people 12.9 million people 15.9 million people

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12.9 million people

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A hotel is a lodging accommodation that has one or two floors and provides guests access to their rooms from an outdoor parking area. True False

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False

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Which industry began to form in the 1930s? the railroad industry the cruise ship industry the airline industry the Disney resorts

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the airline industry

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Which of the following is not a key player in the sale of travel products? intermediaries governmental regulators suppliers consumers

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governmental regulators

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There are more than _____ amusement parks in the United States. 400 800 1,000 1,200

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400

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The researcher who identified three types of travelers on a continuum was _____. Conrad Hilton Stanley Plog Henry Ford Norman Brinker

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Stanley Plog

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The _____ industry encompasses the lodging and food industries. tourism hospitality transportation corporate

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hospitality

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How many international visitors did the United States attract in 2010? twenty million forty million sixty million eighty million

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sixty million

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The benefits of developing tourism in a community include all of the following except _____. increased sales taxes creation of jobs overcrowding of local roads increased revenues for local businesses

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overcrowding of local roads

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What percentage of jobs created by travel and tourism are directly related to the industry? 21 percent 51 percent 71 percent 91 percent

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71 percent

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Packaged travel is a trip that a tourist takes without consulting with a travel agent or other travel professional. True False

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False

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_____ money is what's available after paying for the necessities of life. Surplus Discretionary Travel Direct

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Discretionary

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Suppliers often prefer that travel agents arrange cruise-line tickets and other travel packages because _____. the suppliers already provide commissions the suppliers can't sell directly to the public the suppliers won't need large reservation staffs the suppliers already sell products on the Internet

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the suppliers won't need large reservation staffs

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Which type of travel product is an experience and not a commodity? a Norwegian Cruise Line cruise a room at a Holiday Inn a car rental an airline ticket

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a Norwegian Cruise Line cruise

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_____ season in a tourist destination includes the in-between times of spring and fall. Low High Shoulder Variable

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Shoulder

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An online travel agency such as Travelocity is an example of a(n) _____. supplier consumer intermediary experience

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intermediary

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A cruise ship that sells travel packages including shore excursions is an example of a _____. supplier consumer intermediary distributor

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supplier

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A travel agency that sells travel products to the public is an intermediary. True False

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True

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_____ is the science that deals with the description, distribution, and interaction of the diverse physical, biological, and cultural features of Earth's surface. Ecology Conservation Topography Geography

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Geography

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Seasons in the Southern and Northern Hemispheres occur during the same times of the year. True False

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False

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If you cross the _____, you will either pass into the next day or the previous day, depending on whether you are moving east or west. equator great circle route International Date Line Arctic circle

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International Date Line

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The areas between about 23 degrees north of the equator and 23 degrees south of the equator are the _____ zones. temperate tropical meridian Mediterranean

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tropical

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How many oceans are there on Earth? four five six seven

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four

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In temperate zones, in which direction do winds blow? east to west west to east north to south south to north

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west to east

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More than _____ percent of Earth is covered by water. eighty ninety-five sixty seventy

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sixty

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A _____ is a piece of land that juts out into water. continent landmass reef peninsula

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pennisula

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There are six continents on Earth. True False

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False

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An _____ is a narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas. archipelago estuary isthmus inlet

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isthmus

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An _____ is an expanse of water with many scattered islands. archipelago estuary isthmus inlet

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archipelago

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New York City is the most-visited city in the world. True False

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False

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The largest of the resort cities on Mexico's Pacific coast is _____. Cancun Tampico Veracruz Acapulco

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Acapulco

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Central America has ten countries. True False

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False

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Which of the following countries is not in North America? Mexico Costa Rica Ecuador Canada

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Ecuador

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Europe comprises _____ countries. thirty forty fifty sixty

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fifty

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The country that attracted the most international tourists in 2010 was _____. the United States England Spain France

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France

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The official residence and office of the British monarch is _____. Westminster Abbey Buckingham Palace Windsor Castle Tower of London

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Buckingham Palace

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The Great Sphinx of Giza is a limestone statue of a reclining sphinx, a mythical creature with a lion's body and a human head that is located in Morocco. True False

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False

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The most popular country for tourists in Africa is _____. South Africa Egypt Morocco Tunisia

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Egypt

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Africa has _____ countries. thirty-six forty-six fifty-six sixty-six

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fifty-six

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The voyage to Mecca that Muslims are required to take once in each one's lifetime is called the _____. injil Qur'an hajj hadit

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haji

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_____ is a holy city for Jews, Christians, and Muslims. Mecca Tel Aviv Bethlehem Jerusalem

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Jerusalem

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The most populous country in the world is _____. India Egypt China Russia

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China

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Which continent has 60 percent of the world's population? Africa Asia Europe North America

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Asia

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_____ is the region that centers on the islands of the tropical Pacific Ocean. Australia Tahiti Melanesia Oceania

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Oceania

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Which of the following sites is not one of the New Seven Wonders of the World? Great Wall of China Petra, Jordan The Western Wall, Israel Taj Mahal, India

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The Western Wall, Israel

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A tourist might see a samba dance at which annual event? the hajj in Saudi Arabia Carnival in Rio de Janeiro the Annual Kauai Mokihana Festival in Hawai'i the Strasbourg International Festival in France

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Carnival in Rio de Janeiro

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The most popular city for tourists in the United States is _____. Los Angeles Chicago Orlando New York City

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New York City

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The temperate zones are areas between about 23 degrees north of the equator and 23 degrees south of the equator. True False

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False

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The _____ is the imaginary line that encircles the Earth and is equidistant from the North and South Poles. International Date Line longitudinal line latitudinal line equator

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equator

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Landmasses on a flat map look distorted because _____. Earth is a sphere countries appear smaller than they really are longitudinal lines are inaccurate latitudinal lines are inaccurate

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Earth is a sphere

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There are _____ time zones on Earth. fourteen twenty twenty-four thirty

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twenty-four

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In air travel, the shortest distance between two points is accurate for north to south routes, but not east to west routes. True False

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True

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If you flew across the International Date Line, traveling from east to west, you would land _____. in the same day in the next day in the previous day half a day later

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in the next day

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_____ are large areas of water that jut into land. Lakes Seas Gulfs Oceans

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Gulfs

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_____ are low ridges, typically made of coral, that rise to or near the ocean's surface. Atolls Islands Archipelagos Reefs

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Reefs

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_____ are coral islands consisting of reefs surrounding a lagoon. Atolls Geysers Peninsulas Capes

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Atolls

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The largest landforms are _____. countries continents mountains peninsulas

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continents

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Niagara Falls straddles the border between which two countries? France and Spain Mexico and the United States Canada and the United States Brazil and Peru

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Canada and the United States

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The largest coral reef in the world is in _____. Hawai'i Mexico New Zealand Australia

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Australia

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Travel and tourism is the world's largest industry. True False

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True

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_____ are one- or two-floor lodging establishments in which the rooms are usually accessible from an outdoor parking area. Motels Hotels Inns Hostels

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Motels

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Which factor did not contribute to the increase of leisure travel in the early twentieth century in the United States? the mass production of automobiles the formation of the airline industry improvements in the railway system the development of online travel websites

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the development of online travel websites

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Business and leisure travel often overlap. True False

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True

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Every tourism job creates _____ more jobs in businesses providing goods and services to the hospitality industry. two three four five

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three

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The number of people worldwide who took a vacation in 2010 was: 104 million 154 million 204 million 254 million

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204 million

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Central America has _____ countries. five six seven eight

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seven

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The world's highest waterfall, Angel Falls, is located in which country? Peru Venezuela Mexico Ecuador

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Venezuela

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_____ is a term that means belonging to or native to a particular people or country. Tame Endemic Fauna Natural

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Endemic

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The largest country in South America is _____. Peru Brazil Argentina Colombia

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Brazil

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Paris is the most-visited city in the world. True False

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True

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Which of the following is not a country in the United Kingdom? England Scotland Wales Canada

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Canada

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The birthplace of Shakespeare, which is a popular tourist destination, is _____. Windsor Stratford-upon-Avon London Liverpool

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Stratford-upon-Avon

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How many provinces does Canada have? eight nine ten eleven

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ten

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How many countries does North America have? twenty twenty-one twenty-two twenty-three

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twenty-three

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Entertainment always has paid admission and onsite parking. True False

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False

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_____ is a form of tourism in which people travel individually or in groups for pilgrimage, missionary, or leisure purposes, often to holy cities and sites. Ecotourism Religious tourism Convention tourism Adventure tourism

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Religious tourism

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The Middle East links which two continents? Asia and Europe Europe and Africa Africa and Asia Africa and Australia

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Africa and Asia

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The most populous city in Australia is _____. Melbourne Brisbane Canberra Sydney

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Sydney

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The country has thousands of privately run social service organizations. Two of the most well-known organizations are _____. Alcoholics Anonymous and Gamblers Anonymous Salvation Army and Goodwill Industries Visiting Nurses Association and Veterans Administration MIA and POW Services

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Salvation Army and Goodwill Industries

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Human services workers are not in the business of rescuing people. Instead, they provide support that gives people the ability to make changes to improve their own lives. The term that describes this action is known as _____. encouragement self-awareness self-preservation empowerment

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empowerment

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Veterans return to civilian life after serving in combat zones. They may have physical issues, including lost limbs or brain damage, or suffer from _____. developmental delays post-traumatic stress disorder selective mutism

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post-traumatic stress disorder

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Human services professionals work on the _____ in direct contact with clients. front lines front desks front office

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front lines

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Caseworkers provide _____ for their clients and help them achieve goals listed in their care plans. financial aid transportation accountability

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accountability

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Social workers help clients with daily living, while counselors diagnose and treat disorders and help clients make good _____. investments decisions vacation plans

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decisions

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Other administrative workers play key roles in the success of a human services organization. They are the ones who write _____ to find and apply for funding. courses grants business plans

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grants

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Another name for population groups is target groups. True False

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True

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The human services philosophy may also be its mission statement. This details its core values and principles. Some of these core values may include respecting a person's dignity, improving the quality of life for clients and their families, believing in each person's potential, and striving toward the goal of _____. self-awareness self-sufficiency self-abasement self-consciousness

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self-sufficiency

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Social assistance is a synonym for social service. True False

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False

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Human services organizations fall under one of two financial structures: for-profit and nonprofit. For-profit organizations operate as businesses to make money. Nonprofit organizations are dependent on _____. customer satisfaction word-of-mouth advertising funds and donations inheritances

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funds and donations

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The federal government continues to be the largest provider of human services in the United States. Among the major human services provided by the government are social assistance to help people secure employment and _____. transport people to appointments deliver groceries to people's homes ensure health-care delivery restore communities after natural disasters

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restore communities after natural disasters

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Sometimes people become so hopeless that they sink into depression or commit acts of violence. When this happens, human services professionals and others may stage an intervention. This is a forced interference in the person's life. Why is this an acceptable step to take? An intervention may embarrass the person so he or she will behave properly. An intervention may force the person to face his or her problems and make changes. An intervention is like a party, allowing them to have a good time before facing reality. An intervention may give the person career guidance.

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An intervention may force the person to face his or her problems and make changes.

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Extra funds set aside in a nonprofit human services organization are known as__________

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prudent reserve

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The older term, social service, referred to advancing human welfare. The new term, meaning to provide for the needs of various people and groups, is ___________

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social assistance

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. Providing assistance to people in need through programs is known as_________services.

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human

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. Rather than rescuing clients, human support workers provide support-motivation and__________ to assist clients toward self-awareness and self-determination.

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empowerment

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In human services, some administrative positions include the board of directors, development directors, grant writers, program directors, and _____. board of governors operations directors assistant paraprofessionals media directors

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operations directors

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A human services worker has begun a plan of action for a juvenile offender. She discovers he has skipped a couple of counseling sessions to stay home and play the latest World of Warcraft video game. What would be the most appropriate action for her to take? force the client to confess report the client for skipping his counseling sessions hold the client accountable take away the client's computer privileges

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hold the client accountable

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. One source that grant writers could turn to for funding is a/an____________.

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philanthropist

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. A different group of people who share similar needs is called a/an ___________.

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population group

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. Some population groups in need of human services may include veterans, elderly people, addicts and ______________.

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minority groups

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. Two broad groups within the human services industry include workers, who have direct contact with clients, and ______________who have little or no contact with clients.

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administrative staff

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A philosophy or mission statement does NOT help to guide an organization. True False

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False

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Teen ___________ is an organization based on Christian principles and beliefs, designed for teens struggling with addictions

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Challenge

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The two major organizations are for-profit and _________.

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nonprofit

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Direct services are those provided to clients and their family members to help them improve their quality of life, while program planning is a/an _____. action plan of how to access available programs detailed outline of the best way to provide services for the client implemented plan of care and direct services maintenance plan to improve the client's quality of life

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detailed outline of the best way to provide services for the client

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Administrations serve two primary roles as a level of intervention for clients. One role is to work toward improving their organization; the other is to work with other human services organizations to _____. provide customer satisfaction encourage client-to-client interaction provide population groups with the best level of service promote human services as the most viable solution for meeting clients' needs

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provide population groups with the best level of service

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There are three primary fieldwork positions. One is the counselor, who provides strategies for success to clients. A second position is the social worker, who helps clients to restore their social functioning ability. The third position is the case or care manager, who meets clients' needs through _____. transporting, evaluating, and rescheduling delivering groceries and other necessities to clients' homes ensuring access to health care assessing, planning, and facilitating

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assessing, planning, and facilitating

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. The social worker is responsible for helping clients_____________

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restore their social functioning ability

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. The acronym HRSA stands for __________

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Health Resources and Services Administration

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. Direct services workers focus on contact with _______________

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clients and families

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. One level of intervention in the human services field is/are ______________

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program planning

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Rosa Parks was an African American woman and seamstress who lived in Alabama. One evening during the 1950s, while returning home on a bus, she defied segregation laws and refused to give up her seat for a White man. This incident, and the events that followed it, essentially birthed the: Peace Movement Civil Rights Movement Separation Movement Chivalrous Attitude Movement

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Civil Rights Movement

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. _____________try to influence legislation and help human services organizations to achieve their goals.

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Lobbyists

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. Two of the goals of community mobilization are getting the community interested and______________.

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hosting social change

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Administrators make sure an organization follows its mission, adapts to changes, and manages the _____. resources budget scheduling employees

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budget

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When FEMA responds to an emergency, it is a good example of the successful administration of _____. welfare benefits human services unemployment benefits mental health services

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human services

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. To make sure it survives, a human services organization must raise funds and______________

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adapt to change

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A budget is a structured plan for spending funds wisely. True False

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True

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Grant writers are not essential to the success of a human services organization. True False

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False

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Human services management includes grant writers, executive directors, program directors, and _____. budget writers support staff disaster scene directors development directors

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development directors

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The jobs of an executive director include heading operations, managing the budget, and securing more _________. funding frontline workers resources programs

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funding

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. Midlevel administrators are also called_________

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development directors

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Program planning is one level of intervention used in the field of human services. Its outline helps workers to provide the following for their clients: self-sufficiency best available services best social programs the most independence

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best available services

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. The three levels of interventions used in the human services field include administrations, _______________, and program planning.

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direct services

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. Another direct service available as part of program planning includes crisis intervention, planning, and _________________.

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management

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. One of many fieldwork positions in direct services is _____________

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social workers

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What are two ways in which human services organizations find and get finances? charitable donations and inheritances grant writing and fund-raising guest speaking and honorariums door-to-door soliciting and telemarketing

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grant writing and fund-raising

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Lobbyists are hired by companies to influence legislation to meet a company's goals. They ask for things needed to program plans related to health care, and come together as _____. political pack groups professional and amateur groups social media groups special interest groups

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special interest groups

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. Community mobilizations seek to engage members of a town and_______________for their community.

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accept responsibility

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. Human services organizations seek to make changes and help people in need to improve their ________________.

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quality of life

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. The African American who took a stand against segregation and brought about the Civil Rights Movement was ________________.

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Rosa Parks

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. The African American who took a stand against segregation and brought about the Civil Rights Movement was_______________.

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policies

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Program directors look at the needs of people and design programs to meet those needs. True False

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True

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The top level of administrators within human services organizations is executive directors. True False

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True

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The role of FEMA is to provide public___________.

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assistance

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1. employee 2. employer 3. job 4. volunteer work 5. work

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5 any task that is useful 4 unpaid work done for a person or organization 3 work done for pay 2 the supervisor or owner of a company or organization 1 the worker for a company or organization

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Work performed for pay that is unrelated to any other work you have performed or are trained to do is _____. a job a career volunteer work part time

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part time

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A work permit is required for workers younger than eighteen years old. True False

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True

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The government department responsible for laws concerning work is the _____. department of education department of commerce department of labor department of human resources

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department of labor

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1. contribution 2. need 3. wages 4. want

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4 an item or service that is desirable but not necessary 1 giving time, money, goods or services to others 3 money earned while working 2 an item or service that is necessary or required

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Discovering a treatment for lung cancer would most satisfy which of these personal benefits of work? contribution being with others a need earning money

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contribution

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Working as a team to design a skyscraper would most satisfy which of these personal benefits of work? earning money being with others a want feeling respected

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being with others

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Which of these emotions is not a personal benefit of work? accomplishment stress appreciation satisfaction

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stress

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Making thirty-five thousand dollars as a brick layer would most satisfy which of these personal benefits of work? contribution being with others a want earning money

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earning money

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Housing and entertainment are both needs. True False

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False

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You are paid $10 an hour as a wage. You worked 36 hours this week. What is your weekly wage? $36 $360 $180 $400

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$360

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Your weekly wage is $400. What is your annual wage? $4,000 $12,000 $40,000 $20,800

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$20,800

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Each state can set its own minimum wage. If the federal and state minimum wages are different, the highest minimum wage is used. True False

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True

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1. deductions 2. gross wage 3. net wage

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2 total wage amount before deductions are withheld 1 any amount withheld from an employee's gross wage 3 total wage amount after deductions are withheld

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Employees who record and are paid for the exact of amount of time spent working are paid on a(n) _____ basis. salary commission hourly contract

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hourly

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Employees who are paid a portion of the profit from the sale of a product or service are paid on a(n) _____ basis. salary commission hourly contract

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commission

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Employees who are paid a set annual wage regardless of the number of hours worked or the amount of work completed are paid on a(n) _____ basis. salary commission hourly contract

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salary

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Employees who are paid to complete a task, such as build a house, are paid on a(n) _____ basis. salary commission hourly contract

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contract

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Which of the following is not a payroll tax deduction? federal payroll tax sales tax state payroll tax FICA

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sales tax

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Which of the following is used by the federal government to support Social Security and Medicare programs? federal payroll tax property tax sales tax FICA

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FICA

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Gross wage refers to the wage an employee earns before deductions are subtracted. True False

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True

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Payroll deductions are the same for all employees. True False

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False

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1. commute 2. lifestyle 3. lifestyle budget

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3 lists the costs of items you choose to spend your money on 2 the way a person chooses to live 1 the distance you travel to and from work

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Once you have made a lifestyle choice, you cannot change your mind. True False

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False

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The only way to decrease your lifestyle budget is by completely eliminating an item. True False

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False

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If you travel two hours to get to work each day and work five days a week, what is your weekly commute time? two hours five hours ten hours twenty hours

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twenty hours

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If your daily commute time is an hour and today you worked an hour of overtime, how much time is added to your commute time for the day? none thirty minutes one hour five hours

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none

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The time it takes to travel to work is referred to as _____. commute time overtime extra time part time

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commute time

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If your lifestyle budget is fifty thousand dollars a year, selecting a career earning seventy-five thousand dollars a year will most likely allow you to meet your lifestyle goals. True False

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True

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According to The Wedding Report, in 2010, the average wedding cost a little more than _____. twenty-four thousand dollars five thousand dollars eleven thousand dollars thirty thousand dollars

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twenty-four thousand dollars

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According to the US Department of Agriculture, in 2011, the cost of raising a child from birth to eighteen years of age was approximately _____. $24,630 $163,440 $54,300 $126,450

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$163,440

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1. global economy 2. society 3. workforce

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A _____ is a group of people who, based on their geographic location, band together for the good of the group. society political party global economy workforce

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society

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Which of the following is not a responsibility of a member of society? work leisure travel serve participate

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leisure travel

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Every society depends on a productive _____ to provide goods and services. society political party global economy workforce

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workforce

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_____ describes the practice of products and services traded among countries around the world. Society Political party Global economy Workforce

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Global economy

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Choose all that are sources of funding for social services in a society. income tax collection service fees collection traffic tickets port fees

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income tax collection service fees collection

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Voting provides members of society with an opportunity to shape legislation concerning current and future social programs. True False

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True

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Members of a society must be at least eighteen years old to serve their community. True False

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False

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7 workforce 2 work 5 net wage 3 work permit 6 lifestyle budget 1 volunteer work 4 want

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volunteer work

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The government department responsible for laws concerning work is the_____. US Department of Education US Department of Commerce US Department of Labor US Department of Human Resources

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US Department of Labor

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Making thirty-five thousand dollars as a bricklayer would most satisfy which of these personal benefits of work? contribution being with others a want earning money

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earning money

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Housing and entertainment are both needs. True False

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False

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If the federal and state minimum wages are different, the highest minimum wage is used. True False

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True

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Employees who record and are paid for the exact amount of time spent working are paid on a(n) _____ basis. salary commission hourly contract

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hourly

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Which of the following is not a payroll tax deduction? federal payroll tax sales tax state payroll tax FICA

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sales tax

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Gross wage refers to the wage an employee earns before deductions are subtracted. True False

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True

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If you travel thirty minutes to work each day and work five days a week, what is your weekly commute time? 30 minutes 5 hours 2.5 hours none of the above

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5 hours

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If you travel thirty minutes to work each day and work five days a week, what is your weekly commute time? 30 minutes 5 hours 2.5 hours None

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None

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It is possible to have a society within a society. True False

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True

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The time it takes to travel to work is referred to as _____. commute time overtime extra time part time

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commute time

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_____ describes the practice of products and services traded between countries around the world. Society Political party Global economy Workforce

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Global economy

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Members of a society must be at least eighteen years old to serve their community in any way. True False

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False

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The act of negotiating with employers regarding employment issues by employees who are members of a union is called ________.

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collective bargaining

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To qualify to work in the United States, immigrant workers must obtain a ____ . Social Security card driver's license health card visa

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visa

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Which of the following is a characteristic protected by anti-discrimination laws_____ . education skills experience age

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age

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The _____ protects the rights of individuals forty and older. Civil Rights Act of 1964 Age Discrimination Act of 1967 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Equal Pay Act of 1963

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Age Discrimination Act of 1967

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The _____ requires employers to provide equal pay for equal work. Civil Rights Act of 1964 Age Discrimination Act of 1967 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Equal Pay Act of 1963

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Equal Pay Act of 1963

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Civil rights laws protect against discrimination in all but what area? race gender religion language

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language

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Workplace harassment laws protect only against harassment that is physical in nature. True False

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False

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If an employer goes out of business, employees who have worked long enough might qualify for _____ . health insurance unemployment insurance affirmative action holiday pay

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unemployment insurance

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You must consider the physical aspects of different work environments when choosing a career. True False

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True

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____ is not a physical work environment characteristic. Temperature Equipment Weather Shift work

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Shift Work

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_____ is the federal branch responsible for creating guidelines and monitoring workplace safety. FCC OSHA WPS USPS

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OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)

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Which of these jobs is not typically performed in an indoor workplace environment? florist chef park ranger mechanic

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park ranger

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____ describes the period of time in a twenty-four-hour period that is spent at work. Task Time sheet Salary Work shift

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Work Shift

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Work environment includes physical and social surroundings of work. True False

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True

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Advancements in technology alter the way jobs are performed but do not alter the physical and social environments of the workplace. True False

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False

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Slang is the use of formal words used in speech. True False

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False

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_____ is not a basic employability skill. Calculus Division Subtraction Multiplication

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Calculus

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When practicing reading skills, you should focus on _______. content recall comprehension speed all of the above

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all of the above

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When responding to your boss that you agree on a topic, it would be acceptable to say _____. "I'm down with that." "I totally get it!" "That sounds great." "Cool beans."

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"That sounds great."

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Select all that apply. Careful listening skills include: refraining from interrupting the speaker taking quality notes making an effort to understand maintaining eye contact with the speaker

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refraining from interrupting the speaker making an effort to understand maintaining eye contact with the speaker

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Keeping your _____ and _____ in mind will dictate what you say and how you say it. mood, interest mom, dad age, experience audience, purpose

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audience, purpose

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It's best if you share the details of a personal appointment when you need to request time off work. True False

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False

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A professional attitude is a combination of _____, gratitude, pride, and investment. skill knowledge enthusiasm employability

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enthusiasm

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The word diplomatic means: to give up something to become upset to respect others,valuing their perspective, and being sensitive to their concerns none of the above

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to respect others,valuing their perspective, and being sensitive to their concerns

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Clarifying the issues of a problem is the _____ step in the problem-solving process. first second sixth seventh

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second

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After you have considered alternatives in the problem-solving process, the next step is to _____. clarify the issues select the best solution implement the plan evaluate the alternatives

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evaluate the alternatives

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For every problem-solving activity, it's crucial that no less than five alternatives be considered. True False

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False

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Selecting the best solution to a problem means there are no alternatives. True False

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False

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Respecting others, valuing their perspective, and being sensitive to their concerns is _____. an arbitrator a leader diplomatic unbiased

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diplomatic

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A(n) _____ is an unbiased third party used to make suggestions to a group that is having difficulty resolving a problem. arbitrator diplomat mediator judge

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mediator

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Recognizing a problem exists and taking actions to resolve it is an example of _____. initiative compromise diplomacy communication

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initiative

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1. lifelong learning 2. postsecondary education 3. technology

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2 a formal learning experience that occurs after high school 1 seeking education and experience throughout one's life 3 knowledge and tools used to perform tasks

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Lifelong learning describes the time it takes an individual to complete a college degree. True False

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False

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Lifelong learning includes the following _____. hobbies community activities college education all of the above

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all of the above

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A(n) _____ is the highest education degree available at a community college. master's bachelor's associate's specialist's

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associate's

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collaboration

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both voice recognition software and touch screens

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A Career Cluster is a group of related careers. True False

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True

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The _____ developed the sixteen career clusters that group careers by similarities. US Department of Labor US Department of Food and Drug Administration US Department of Education None of the above

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US Department of Education

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Select all that apply. Careers in the Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Career Cluster include: gardener teacher judge jailer

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judge jailer

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Select all that apply. Careers in the Hospitality & Tourism Career Cluster include: tour guide cruise ship captain Ferris wheel operator safari guide

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tour guide cruise ship captain Ferris wheel operator safari guide

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Select all that apply. Careers in the Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Career Cluster include: chef graphic designer photographer wildlife conservationist

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chef wildlife conservationist

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Specific career details such as _____ and _____ vary within Career Clusters. salary education level similarities both salary and education level

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both salary and education level

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Select all that apply. Careers in the Architecture & Construction Career Cluster include: carpenter 3-D animator fashion designer drywall finisher

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carpenter drywall finisher

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5 career cluster 4 mediation 1 discrimination 3 diplomatic 2 communication

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_____ is the act of negotiating with employers regarding employment issues by employees who are members of a union. Affirmative action Collective bargaining Discrimination Labor union

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Collective bargaining

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Which of the following is a characteristic protected by anti-discrimination laws? education skills experience age

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age

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Workplace harassment protects only against harassment that is physical in nature. True False

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False

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_____ is the federal branch responsible for creating guidelines and monitoring workplace safety. FCC OSHA WPS USPS

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OSHA

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Work environment includes physical and social aspects of work. True False

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True

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When practicing reading skills, you should focus on _____. content recall comprehension speed all of the above

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all of the above

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Keeping your _____ and _____ in mind will dictate what you say and how you say it. mood, interest mom, dad age, experience audience, purpose

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audience, purpose

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compromise

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both a and c

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Clarifying the issues of a problem is the _____ step in the problem solving process. first second sixth seventh

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second

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For every problem-solving activity it is crucial that no less than five alternatives be considered. True False

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False

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A(n) _____ is the highest educational degree available at a community college. master's bachelor's associate's specialist's

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associate's

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Sensors

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Hospitality and Tourism

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Select all that apply. Which of the following would be considered full-time work? forty-five hours thirty-three hours fifty-one hours forty hours

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forty-five hours fifty-one hours forty hours

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Many states require a work permit until a worker reaches the age of _____. eighteen sixteen twenty thirteen

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eighteen

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Food and housing are both needs. True False

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True

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Select all that apply. Which of these emotions are personal benefits of work? accomplishment stress appreciation overwhelmed

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accomplishment appreciation

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Each state can set its own minimum wage. If the federal and state minimum wages are different, the highest minimum wage is used. True False

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True

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Employees who are paid a portion of the profit from the sale of a product or service are paid on a commission basis. True False

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True

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Which of the following is used by the federal government to provide Social Security and Medicare benefits? federal payroll tax property tax sales tax FICA

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FICA

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Select all that apply. Your lifestyle budget includes money spent in the following areas: housing food transportation entertainment

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housing food transportation entertainment

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improved mental health increased wealth decreased risk of alcohol and drug use

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According to The Wedding Report, in 2010 the average wedding cost a little more than $5,000. True False

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False

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Lifestyle choices should be changed at least once a year. True False

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False

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Select all that apply. Which of the items listed below are public services commonly found in societies? law enforcement public schools grocery store public water supply

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law enforcement public schools

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Every society depends on a productive _____ to provide goods and services. workforce society political party global economy

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workforce

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_____ provides members of society with an opportunity to shape legislation concerning current and future public service programs. Complaining Voting Writing Judges

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Voting

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Which of the following is a law intended to eliminate discrimination in the workplace? Equal Pay Act of 1963 Age Discrimination Act of 1967 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 all of the above

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all of the above

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The _____ requires employers to provide equal pay for equal work. Civil Rights Act of 1964 Age Discrimination Act of 1967 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Equal Pay Act of 1963

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Equal Pay Act of 1963

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When a worker loses his job through no fault of his own, he may qualify for ____. health insurance unemployment insurance affirmative action holiday pay

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unemployment insurance

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Select all that apply. ____ is a characteristic of physical work environment. Temperature Equipment Weather Shift work

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Temperature Equipment Weather

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Employees keep track of their worked schedule on a _____. task time sheet salary work shift

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time sheet

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Work environment includes physical and social aspects of work. True False

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True

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Make the appointment as early as possible in the day so you can return to work when finished

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Keeping your _____and _____in mind will dictate what you say and how you say it. mood, interest mom, dad age, experience audience, purpose

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audience, purpose

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Clarifying the issues of a problem is the _____ step in the problem-solving process. first second sixth seventh

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second

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Recognizing a problem exists and taking action to resolve it is an example of _____. initiative compromise diplomacy communication

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initiative

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Select all that apply. _____ is an example of a postsecondary degree. Master's Bachelor's Associate's Specialist's

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Master's Bachelor's Associate's Specialist's

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Sensors

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Select all that apply. Careers in the Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources career cluster include: waiter wildlife conservationist restaurant manager photographer

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waiter wildlife conservationist

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Specific career details such as _____ and _____ vary within career clusters. salary education level similarities both salary and education level

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both salary and education level

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A scribe is an individual from ancient Greece who has been taught to read and write. True False

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True

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a healer who lived locally

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All Egyptian health-care workers received training at the House of Life. True False

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False

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An Egyptian would need to _____ before becoming a physician. obtain permission from a leader learn to be a scribe become a priest agree not to marry

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learn to be a scribe

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Some common resources used in medicine in ancient Egypt included _____. amulets, saws, scales, and alcohol knives, plants, minerals, and clay all are correct alcohol, fat, meat, and mallets

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all are correct

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the practice of calling upon gods and goddesses to help the sick

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their place in society was one of respect and opportunity

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The physicians were required to abide by laws/rules that governed the practice of medicine.

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blue bile

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acupuncture, herbal medicine, and meditation

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ancient Greece

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At this time, it was considered culturally unacceptable to deface the dead; therefore, physicians did not know much about internal anatomy.

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James Lind was able to tie unclean conditions to contracting typhus.

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they were the first-ever clinical trial

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This invention made amputation much safer, which cut down on the number of people who died during the procedure. the tourniquet the stethoscope a blood transfusion a tracheotomy

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the tourniquet

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John Hunter developed this technique to help injured people who could not breathe. tourniquet blood transfusion variolation tracheotomy

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tracheotomy

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Edward Jenner developed the vaccination for smallpox.

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The stethoscope was invented by a French doctor who was embarrassed to put his head on women's chests to listen to their lungs.

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using a culture of cowpox to prevent smallpox

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2 collaboration 6 radiologic 5 radiation therapy 4 radiation 1 anesthesia 3 epidemiology

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Transportation helped doctors come together to collaborate on projects.

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Technology, collaboration, and innovation were responsible for the advances in modern medicine.

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Based on what you have learned in this lesson, what had the biggest impact on the advancement of surgical procedures? anesthesia the heart-lung machine x-rays epidemiology

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anesthesia

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both radiation therapy and diagnostic x-rays

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Advancements in medical technology often lead to new careers. True False

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True

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the development of computers

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Based on this lesson, what tool has increased the ability of doctors to consult and collaborate on a global scale? medical schools the Internet phone service space exploration

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the Internet

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What we know about medicine in ancient Egypt comes from _____. The Code of Hammurabi medical writings called papyri stories written by physicians folk stories

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medical writings called papyri

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Any women who could read or write would be able to be trained as a physician.

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In which ancient civilization was healthy living and exercise very important? ancient Rome ancient Greece Mesopotamia ancient Egypt

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ancient Greece

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In ancient Egypt, an individual who could read and write was called a(n) _____. hygeia scribe asclepia chiron

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scribe

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all of the above

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The Hippocratic oath originated in ancient Greece. The overall meaning of the Hippocratic oath was that the physician had an obligation to both the patient and his fellow physicians.

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The Greek physicians looked for the physical cause of the disease and understood a good bit about anatomy and physiology.

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The way our health-care system is organized is most like that of which civilization? ancient Greece ancient Egypt ancient China Mesopotamia

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ancient Egypt

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This type of medicine is still practiced today. ancient Greek medicine ancient Chinese medicine ancient Egyptian medicine ancient Mesopotamian medicine

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ancient Chinese medicine

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Defacing a dead body was against their religious beliefs and cultural norms.

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These two scientists were credited for discovering microorganisms. Robert Sheele and Pierre Bayen Anton Van Leeuwenhoek and Robert Hooke Hippocrates and Syrus John Jansen and Theodore Laennec

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Anton Van Leeuwenhoek and Robert Hooke

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Edward Jenner invented a vaccination from cow pox that could make a person immune to smallpox.

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an epidemic, because it was contained to a certain area

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This technology makes it easy for doctors to collaborate, which gives patients access to specialists who do not live in their area. computers transportation medical imaging the Internet

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the Internet

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This technology had the biggest impact on the capabilities of diagnostic testing. the microscope computers the Internet transportation

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computers

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3 DNA 2 chromosome 1 biological molecules 5 proteins 4 enzyme

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3 Human Genome Project 1 gene 5 mRNA 4 molecule 2 genome 6 traits

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their DNA is about 99 percent identical

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Segments of DNA that contain the code for specific proteins are called _____. nucleotides chromosomes genes RNA

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genes

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Chromosomes contain many genes; not all genes are actively coding.

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the understanding that genes code for specific proteins

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If one inherits a gene for a specific disease, and the gene is recessive, the disease is not always present. A mutation always causes a genetic disease.

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DNA would be found within which classification of biological molecules? lipids carbohydrates nucleic acids proteins

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nucleic acids

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A mutation is _____. a mistake in the production of DNA an error in the genetic code a mistake that may cause a genetic disease all of the above

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all of the above

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Gene chips allowed scientists to evaluate multiple genes at one time; they could even look at an entire genome.

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have a carrier identification test, and see a genetic counselor

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gave scientists a tool used for genetic engineering

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1 cross-section 2 CT 3 imaging 4 MRI

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6 tumor 2 radiation 1 nuclear medicine 4 technician 3 radio waves 5 technologist 7 ultrasound

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Which imaging technologies do not use radiation? x-ray and ultrasound CT and MRI nuclear medicine and x-ray MRI and ultrasound

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MRI and ultrasound

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The prefix poly- means _____. too much under before not enough

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too much

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The suffix -iasis means _____. the study of repair a condition incision

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a condition

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The root word cyto means _____. heart cell bladder disease

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cell

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The root word dorso means _____. disease front back chest

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back

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Sonography is often used during pregnancy, because it provides a way to evaluate the baby without risk.

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All of the above

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transcriptionists; radiologists

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blood type, tissue type, and cross-matching

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It has limited usefulness but can prolong life or be a tool to use while waiting for a transplant.

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Which organ would be appropriate for a donor transplant? kidney heart lungs pancreas

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kidney

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Multiple donor transplant chains involve multiple donors and recipients "trading" organs to meet the needs of many who require transplants. True False

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True

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Transplant patients are given drugs to suppress their immune system to help reduce the chance of rejection.

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Adult stem cells can be found in _____. the liver, lungs, and ovaries the lungs, bone marrow, and liver bone marrow, muscle, and the brain the reproductive organs and the bone marrow

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bone marrow, muscle, and the brain

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This process involves taking DNA and placing it into a different cell. reproductive cloning genetic engineering stem cell research both reproductive cloning and genetic engineering

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both reproductive cloning and genetic engineering

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Genetic researchers use _____ to make copies of the genes they are studying. embryos eggs pigs bacteria

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bacteria

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Scientists use this technology to map the human genome. cross-testing genetic chips stem cells DNA

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genetic chips

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Genes can be turned on or turned off; not all genes are active at one time. True False

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True

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The root word patho means _____. disease black tumor a condition

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disease

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This imaging test can tell us about the function of the brain. CT scan MRI nuclear medicine study ultrasound

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MRI

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This imaging test is the most specific and detailed way to look at the body. CT scan PET scan MRI nuclear medicine test

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nuclear medicine test

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If you wanted to evaluate a broken knee, you could use all of the following EXCEPT _____. CT scan PET scan ultrasound MRI

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ultrasound

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This imaging tool can tell you the speed and direction of blood flow. ultrasound CT MRI none of the above

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ultrasound

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Continuing education is important to maintain certification and keep up with new advances in the field.

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Biotechnology is _____. the study of biology and technology any use of living organisms to benefit health or the environment the use of technology to produce living things all of the above

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any use of living organisms to benefit health or the environment

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The best option for a donor organ would be _____. a family member a deceased donor an artificial organ an identical twin

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an identical twin

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It is not possible to contract an illness from an organ transplant.

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For years, surgeons have had great success using _____. pig hearts synthetic organs artificial heart valves the artificial heart

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artificial heart valves

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The cause of transplant failure is most often _____. internal bleeding infection rejection loss of blood supply

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rejection

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a healer who learned the practice from their family

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snake bites, insect bites, and accidents

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A and B above

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They believed that there were physical causes for illness rather than spiritual causes.

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The Code of Hammurabi was one of the first writings that outlined _____. directions for medical procedures medical uses for herbs and other substances patient rights doctor training requirements

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patient rights

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William Harvey thought he could learn about anatomy by performing autopsies even though they were not considered culturally acceptable.

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relationship between pressure and air volume and led to the understanding of how respiration works

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Anton Van Leeuenhook and Robert Hooke

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The smallpox epidemic, Edward Jenner, and cowpox were all instrumental in the development of the first _____. blood transfusion procedure stethoscope made vaccine discovered tourniquet developed

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vaccine discovered

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James Lind used his skills in observation and problem solving to discover the link between lack of cleanliness and typhus.

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as a solution to the problem that doctors felt uncomfortable placing their ear on a woman's chest

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It was during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries that medicine emerged as a practice based on science instead of an art based on religion and superstition. True False

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True

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all of the above

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infrared thermometers, protective clothing, and improved prosthetic limbs

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This invention was instrumental in the field of diagnostic imaging. Because of this invention, digital imaging is possible. the Internet transportation computers prosthetics

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computers

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Rosalind Franklin was instrumental in the discovery of _____. x-rays computers the structure of DNA human insulin

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the structure of DNA

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all of the above

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At all times, all genes are active and code for proteins. True False

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False

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When scientists take the genes of two different species and combine them, we call this _____. genetic testing gene coding genetic engineering all of the above

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genetic engineering

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Medical imaging uses medical equipment to take images of the body.

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This imaging tool measures a magnetic shift to generate an image. MRI machine ultrasound machine CT scanner PET scanner

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MRI machine

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a group of tissues joined together to perform a specific function

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Which statement describes the MOST likely organ match? an identical twin the nearest sibling either parent a similar cadaver

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an identical twin

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According to the lesson, the biggest risk of organ transplantation is _____. rejection infection organ match harm to the donor

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rejection

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tourism

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In the United States, travel and tourism supported more than _____ jobs in the year 2010 alone. 5 million 7.5 million 15 million 20 million

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7.5 million

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The number of international visitors who traveled to the United States in 2010 was nearly _____. 20 million 40 million 60 million 80 million

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60 million

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A community that wants to invest in a tourism development should first conduct a _____. survey of residents self-assessment environmental-impact statement investment plan

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self-assessment

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_____ is the largest industry in the world. Manufacturing Education Technology Travel and tourism

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Travel and tourism

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Studies indicate that 20 percent to 25 percent of all business travelers engage in leisure activities during work-related trips. True False

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True

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The most prevalent type of travel occurs when family members take a trip together to visit a friend or relative. True False

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True

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A professional who evaluates a traveler's needs and budget and recommends, arranges, and sells part or all of the trip is a _____. tour manager travel guide travel agent sightseeing tour guide

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travel agent

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Travel is generally divided into which two broad categories? international and local leisure and business cruise and resort excursion and escorted

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leisure and business

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In the United States, there were _______ lodging establishments in 2010. 25,015 51,015 84,015 95,015

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51,015

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Motels are establishments that include hundreds of rooms and are generally equipped with elevators and indoor corridors. True False

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False

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The public rail service in the United States is called: the Metro North Commuter Railroad the National Rail Company Amtrak Shortline

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Amtrak

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The first railroad opened in the United States in _____. 1790 1830 1865 1890

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1830

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The most popular entertainment resort in the world is _____. the Las Vegas Strip SeaWorld Hershey Park Walt Disney World Resort

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Walt Disney World Resort

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A trip arranged by a travel professional that has at least two travel components is called _____. adventure travel an incentive trip packaged travel independent travel

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packaged travel

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A traveler who wants to explore and preserve the natural environment is a cultural tourist. True False

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False

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There are _____ individual food establishments in the United States. 250,000 525,000 770,000 970,000

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970,000

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There are _____ museums in the United States. 5,500 10,500 17,500 25,500

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17,500

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Companies that develop, own, and provide the travel products being sold are called _____ . suppliers consumers intermediaries distributors

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suppliers

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Companies that are go-betweens that link suppliers with the traveling public are called _____. suppliers consumers intermediaries distributors

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intermediaries

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A commodity is a complex product, and suppliers of these products provide very different types of vacations. True False

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False

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purchasing an airline ticket through a travel agency

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_____ season is when the weather is best in a locale and when many people have time off for vacation. Low High Shoulder Average

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High

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_____ season is when the weather is not optimal and few tourists have vacation time. Low High Shoulder Average

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Low

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_____ are travelers who are cautious and prefer predictable vacations that they take over and over. Dependables Venturers Centrics Intermediaries

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Dependables

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_____ are travelers who prefer visiting unusual, exotic places. Dependables Venturers Centrics Intermediaries

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Venturers

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_____ are travelers who like adventure, but in moderation. Dependables Venturers Centrics Intermediaries

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Centrics

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Prices are high at hotels when it is low season in a tourist destination. True False

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False

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Which of the following is an activity, not an industry? dining services tourism travel accommodations

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travel

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An attraction always requires a paid admission.

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The restaurant industry employed _____ people in the United States in 2010. 5.9 million people 8.9 million people 12.9 million people 15.9 million people

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12.9 million people

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A hotel is a lodging accommodation that has one or two floors and provides guests access to their rooms from an outdoor parking area. True False

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False

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Which industry began to form in the 1930s? the railroad industry the cruise ship industry the airline industry the Disney resorts

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the airline industry

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Which of the following is not a key player in the sale of travel products? intermediaries governmental regulators suppliers consumers

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governmental regulators

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There are more than _____ amusement parks in the United States. 400 800 1,000 1,200

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400

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The researcher who identified three types of travelers on a continuum was _____. Conrad Hilton Stanley Plog Henry Ford Norman Brinker

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Stanley Plog

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The _____ industry encompasses the lodging and food industries. tourism hospitality transportation corporate

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hospitality

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How many international visitors did the United States attract in 2010? twenty million forty million sixty million eighty million

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sixty million

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The benefits of developing tourism in a community include all of the following except _____. increased sales taxes creation of jobs overcrowding of local roads increased revenues for local businesses

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overcrowding of local roads

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What percentage of jobs created by travel and tourism are directly related to the industry? 21 percent 51 percent 71 percent 91 percent

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71 percent

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Packaged travel is a trip that a tourist takes without consulting with a travel agent or other travel professional. True False

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False

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_____ money is what's available after paying for the necessities of life. Surplus Discretionary Travel Direct

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Discretionary

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the suppliers won't need large reservation staffs

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Which type of travel product is an experience and not a commodity? a Norwegian Cruise Line cruise a room at a Holiday Inn a car rental an airline ticket

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a Norwegian Cruise Line cruise

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_____ season in a tourist destination includes the in-between times of spring and fall. Low High Shoulder Variable

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Shoulder

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An online travel agency such as Travelocity is an example of a(n) _____. supplier consumer intermediary experience

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intermediary

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A cruise ship that sells travel packages including shore excursions is an example of a _____. supplier consumer intermediary distributor

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supplier

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A travel agency that sells travel products to the public is an intermediary. True False

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True

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Geography

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Seasons in the Southern and Northern Hemispheres occur during the same times of the year. True False

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False

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If you cross the _____, you will either pass into the next day or the previous day, depending on whether you are moving east or west. equator great circle route International Date Line Arctic circle

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International Date Line

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The areas between about 23 degrees north of the equator and 23 degrees south of the equator are the _____ zones. temperate tropical meridian Mediterranean

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tropical

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How many oceans are there on Earth? four five six seven

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four

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In temperate zones, in which direction do winds blow? east to west west to east north to south south to north

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west to east

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More than _____ percent of Earth is covered by water. eighty ninety-five sixty seventy

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sixty

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A _____ is a piece of land that juts out into water. continent landmass reef peninsula

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pennisula

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There are six continents on Earth. True False

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False

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An _____ is a narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas. archipelago estuary isthmus inlet

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isthmus

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An _____ is an expanse of water with many scattered islands. archipelago estuary isthmus inlet

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archipelago

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New York City is the most-visited city in the world. True False

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False

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The largest of the resort cities on Mexico's Pacific coast is _____. Cancun Tampico Veracruz Acapulco

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Acapulco

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Central America has ten countries. True False

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False

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Which of the following countries is not in North America? Mexico Costa Rica Ecuador Canada

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Ecuador

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Europe comprises _____ countries. thirty forty fifty sixty

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fifty

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The country that attracted the most international tourists in 2010 was _____. the United States England Spain France

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France

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The official residence and office of the British monarch is _____. Westminster Abbey Buckingham Palace Windsor Castle Tower of London

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Buckingham Palace

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The Great Sphinx of Giza is a limestone statue of a reclining sphinx, a mythical creature with a lion's body and a human head that is located in Morocco. True False

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False

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The most popular country for tourists in Africa is _____. South Africa Egypt Morocco Tunisia

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Egypt

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Africa has _____ countries. thirty-six forty-six fifty-six sixty-six

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fifty-six

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The voyage to Mecca that Muslims are required to take once in each one's lifetime is called the _____. injil Qur'an hajj hadit

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haji

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_____ is a holy city for Jews, Christians, and Muslims. Mecca Tel Aviv Bethlehem Jerusalem

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Jerusalem

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The most populous country in the world is _____. India Egypt China Russia

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China

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Which continent has 60 percent of the world's population? Africa Asia Europe North America

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Asia

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_____ is the region that centers on the islands of the tropical Pacific Ocean. Australia Tahiti Melanesia Oceania

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Oceania

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Which of the following sites is not one of the New Seven Wonders of the World? Great Wall of China Petra, Jordan The Western Wall, Israel Taj Mahal, India

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The Western Wall, Israel

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Carnival in Rio de Janeiro

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The most popular city for tourists in the United States is _____. Los Angeles Chicago Orlando New York City

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New York City

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The temperate zones are areas between about 23 degrees north of the equator and 23 degrees south of the equator. True False

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False

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The _____ is the imaginary line that encircles the Earth and is equidistant from the North and South Poles. International Date Line longitudinal line latitudinal line equator

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equator

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Landmasses on a flat map look distorted because _____. Earth is a sphere countries appear smaller than they really are longitudinal lines are inaccurate latitudinal lines are inaccurate

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Earth is a sphere

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There are _____ time zones on Earth. fourteen twenty twenty-four thirty

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twenty-four

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In air travel, the shortest distance between two points is accurate for north to south routes, but not east to west routes. True False

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True

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If you flew across the International Date Line, traveling from east to west, you would land _____. in the same day in the next day in the previous day half a day later

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in the next day

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_____ are large areas of water that jut into land. Lakes Seas Gulfs Oceans

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Gulfs

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_____ are low ridges, typically made of coral, that rise to or near the ocean's surface. Atolls Islands Archipelagos Reefs

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Reefs

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_____ are coral islands consisting of reefs surrounding a lagoon. Atolls Geysers Peninsulas Capes

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Atolls

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The largest landforms are _____. countries continents mountains peninsulas

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continents

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Niagara Falls straddles the border between which two countries? France and Spain Mexico and the United States Canada and the United States Brazil and Peru

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Canada and the United States

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The largest coral reef in the world is in _____. Hawai'i Mexico New Zealand Australia

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Australia

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Travel and tourism is the world's largest industry. True False

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True

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_____ are one- or two-floor lodging establishments in which the rooms are usually accessible from an outdoor parking area. Motels Hotels Inns Hostels

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Motels

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the development of online travel websites

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Business and leisure travel often overlap. True False

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True

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Every tourism job creates _____ more jobs in businesses providing goods and services to the hospitality industry. two three four five

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three

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The number of people worldwide who took a vacation in 2010 was: 104 million 154 million 204 million 254 million

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204 million

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Central America has _____ countries. five six seven eight

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seven

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The world's highest waterfall, Angel Falls, is located in which country? Peru Venezuela Mexico Ecuador

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Venezuela

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_____ is a term that means belonging to or native to a particular people or country. Tame Endemic Fauna Natural

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Endemic

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The largest country in South America is _____. Peru Brazil Argentina Colombia

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Brazil

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Paris is the most-visited city in the world. True False

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True

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Which of the following is not a country in the United Kingdom? England Scotland Wales Canada

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Canada

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The birthplace of Shakespeare, which is a popular tourist destination, is _____. Windsor Stratford-upon-Avon London Liverpool

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Stratford-upon-Avon

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How many provinces does Canada have? eight nine ten eleven

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ten

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How many countries does North America have? twenty twenty-one twenty-two twenty-three

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twenty-three

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Entertainment always has paid admission and onsite parking. True False

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False

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Religious tourism

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The Middle East links which two continents? Asia and Europe Europe and Africa Africa and Asia Africa and Australia

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Africa and Asia

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The most populous city in Australia is _____. Melbourne Brisbane Canberra Sydney

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Sydney

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Salvation Army and Goodwill Industries

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empowerment

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post-traumatic stress disorder

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Human services professionals work on the _____ in direct contact with clients. front lines front desks front office

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front lines

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Caseworkers provide _____ for their clients and help them achieve goals listed in their care plans. financial aid transportation accountability

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accountability

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Social workers help clients with daily living, while counselors diagnose and treat disorders and help clients make good _____. investments decisions vacation plans

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decisions

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Other administrative workers play key roles in the success of a human services organization. They are the ones who write _____ to find and apply for funding. courses grants business plans

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grants

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Another name for population groups is target groups. True False

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True

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self-sufficiency

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Social assistance is a synonym for social service. True False

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False

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funds and donations

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restore communities after natural disasters

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An intervention may force the person to face his or her problems and make changes.

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Extra funds set aside in a nonprofit human services organization are known as__________

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prudent reserve

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The older term, social service, referred to advancing human welfare. The new term, meaning to provide for the needs of various people and groups, is ___________

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social assistance

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. Providing assistance to people in need through programs is known as_________services.

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human

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empowerment

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operations directors

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hold the client accountable

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. One source that grant writers could turn to for funding is a/an____________.

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philanthropist

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. A different group of people who share similar needs is called a/an ___________.

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population group

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. Some population groups in need of human services may include veterans, elderly people, addicts and ______________.

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minority groups

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administrative staff

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A philosophy or mission statement does NOT help to guide an organization. True False

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False

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Teen ___________ is an organization based on Christian principles and beliefs, designed for teens struggling with addictions

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Challenge

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The two major organizations are for-profit and _________.

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nonprofit

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detailed outline of the best way to provide services for the client

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provide population groups with the best level of service

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assessing, planning, and facilitating

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. The social worker is responsible for helping clients_____________

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restore their social functioning ability

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. The acronym HRSA stands for __________

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Health Resources and Services Administration

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. Direct services workers focus on contact with _______________

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clients and families

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. One level of intervention in the human services field is/are ______________

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program planning

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Civil Rights Movement

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. _____________try to influence legislation and help human services organizations to achieve their goals.

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Lobbyists

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. Two of the goals of community mobilization are getting the community interested and______________.

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hosting social change

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Administrators make sure an organization follows its mission, adapts to changes, and manages the _____. resources budget scheduling employees

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budget

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When FEMA responds to an emergency, it is a good example of the successful administration of _____. welfare benefits human services unemployment benefits mental health services

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human services

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. To make sure it survives, a human services organization must raise funds and______________

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adapt to change

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A budget is a structured plan for spending funds wisely. True False

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True

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Grant writers are not essential to the success of a human services organization. True False

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False

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Human services management includes grant writers, executive directors, program directors, and _____. budget writers support staff disaster scene directors development directors

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development directors

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The jobs of an executive director include heading operations, managing the budget, and securing more _________. funding frontline workers resources programs

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funding

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. Midlevel administrators are also called_________

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development directors

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best available services

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. The three levels of interventions used in the human services field include administrations, _______________, and program planning.

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direct services

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. Another direct service available as part of program planning includes crisis intervention, planning, and _________________.

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management

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. One of many fieldwork positions in direct services is _____________

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social workers

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grant writing and fund-raising

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special interest groups

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. Community mobilizations seek to engage members of a town and_______________for their community.

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accept responsibility

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. Human services organizations seek to make changes and help people in need to improve their ________________.

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quality of life

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. The African American who took a stand against segregation and brought about the Civil Rights Movement was ________________.

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Rosa Parks

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Choose the option that best matches the description given. The African American who took a stand against segregation and brought about the Civil Rights Movement was_______________.

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policies

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Program directors look at the needs of people and design programs to meet those needs. True False

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True

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The top level of administrators within human services organizations is executive directors. True False

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True

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The role of FEMA is to provide public___________.

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assistance

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