Draw Inference Taks Questions

DRAW INFERENCE TAKS QUESTIONS

Spring 2003 – 10 (16) Pain medications can be made as powders or tablets. The powders tend to work faster than tablets with the same ingredients because powder —

F* dissolves faster in solution than a single tablet G has more total mass than a single tablet H travels through the bloodstream more easily than a tablet J is easier to swallow than tablets

Spring 2003 – 10 (34) The owner of a pet store assures a customer that if she buys only one female hamster, she will not need to worry about the hamster having offspring, because there will be no male with which the female can breed. What possibility is the pet-store owner overlooking?

F The hamster could be infertile. G The sex of the hamster could change. H* The hamster could be pregnant. J The hamster could be a twin. Spring 2003 – 11

(7) Many doctors recommend 800 µg of folate, 400 µg of vitamin B12, and 50 mg of vitamin B6 per day to improve cardiovascular health. Based on this information and the nutrition label, the cardiovascular health benefit of a 1-ounce serving of this cereal is — A* doubtful because it provides insufficient folate and vitamin B6 and lacks vitamin B12 B superb because it contains only 22 g of carbohydrates and 75 mg of sodium C excellent because it provides all needed vitamins and is low in fat and cholesterol D poor because it raises blood cholesterol levels with its high fat and cholesterol content

Spring 2003 – 11 (30) An herbal company advertises that its product will help people lose weight if they take a tablespoon of the product with a glass of water at bedtime each night. Weight loss is guaranteed if a person does not eat for at least 3 hours before bedtime, gets moderate exercise, and drinks 8 glasses of water each day. Why is the company’s claim difficult to verify?

F The company has yet to disclose the identity of its special herb. G* Numerous uncontrolled variables are involved in evaluating results. H Fasting lessens the absorption rate of the herb. J The advertisement lacks data from before and after the weight loss. April 2004 – 11

(1) Which conclusion can reasonably be made about Glycotac based on the promotional brochure?

A All people with diabetes can safely use the product. B Glycotac is guaranteed to lower blood sugar in people without health problems. C* Using the product may lower blood-sugar levels. D Glycotac eliminates the need to exercise to control high blood sugar. July 2004 – 11

(5) A magazine included advertisements for two different garlic supplements to promote healthy hearts. The advertisement for Very Good Garlic Extract presents evidence that is more valid because —

A* information was gathered in a controlled manner B it lacks a guarantee C it lacks personal testimonials to the product’s effectiveness D information was gathered in more than one country Fall 2005 – 11

54 Which conclusion about AvexTec is supported by information in this advertisement? F AvexTec is available over the counter at local pharmacies and grocery stores. G People who take AvexTec every day will seldom experience pain from migraines. H Research indicates that AvexTec prevents migraine headaches. J *AvexTec can be prescribed to reduce pain from migraines. October 2005 – 11

48 Which of the following makes the effectiveness of this product questionable? F The product description is for a simple pendulum. G* Many factors can make the paper clip move. H Metal paper clips react with iron and steel objects. J The product must be used while walking in a straight line. APRIL 2006 – 10:

2 According to the information above, which of these is responsible for the decrease in the black-footed ferret population? F Competition with prairie dogs for resources G* Reduced numbers of prairie dogs H Activity of research institutes J Development of managed wildlife areas April 2006 – 10

4 Which statement above makes the most valid argument in favor of receiving the flu vaccine? F Statement 1 G Statement 2 H* Statement 3 J Statement 4

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11 Greenhouse emissions from cars may contribute to global warming. Cars with better gas mileage emit smaller amounts of greenhouse gases. Which car would emit the least amount of greenhouse gases if most of the driving were done on the highway? A J B* K C L D M April 2006 – 10

53 Which of these is supported by the information above? A Pets should be kept away from public parks. B Smokers should get frequent medical checkups. C Pet immunizations should be kept up to date. D* Smoking in enclosed places should be discouraged.

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54 Protein and dietary fiber are beneficial to health. According to the information in the table, which flour is the most nutritious? F* Whole wheat G White wheat H Oat J Rice February 2006 – 11

3 Which of these would provide the best scientific support for the information on the label? A Data that indicate the gender and average age of consumers B A survey showing that many people prefer pearl calcium C Records that show few requests for money back D* A controlled study showing the effectiveness of pearl calcium February 2006 – 11

31 The table shows the results of a study testing the effectiveness of an ulcer medication. Why was one group given a sugar tablet?

A* To include a control group B To have an experimental group C To provide a variety of treatments D To give the body additional nutrients April 2006 – 11

39 Horses kept in stables sometimes chew on wood. This can lead to damage to the mouth and digestive system. The graph shows the results of a study of a medication that prevents horses from chewing on wood. From the graph, what inference can be made about the effectiveness of the product?

A Most horses like the medication. B The medication is most effective between days 4 and 5. C* Most horses will show improvement within 7 days. D The effects of the medication are long lasting. July 2006 – 11

15 Which of the following would explain why this film works with a reduced amount of light?

A The film reflects long wavelengths of light efficiently. B Fewer silver halide granules are present in the film. C The film refracts brighter light. D *The photochemical reaction can occur in lower intensity light.