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Peanut Butter Cookies   Grandma Harry           30 minutes      Cookies/Dessert          Makes 1 dozen     1 egg white 3/4 cup sugar 1 cup peanut butter 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup flour Beat egg white until foamy. Stir in sugar, beat again until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in peanut butter and vanilla. Add flour in small increments until dough forms. Chill dough for at least 2 hours. Roll into balls, roll in sugar, press down with a fork, and bake at 350 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool on cookie sheet. These are very fragile. Which of the following statements about the passage is true?

A. These cookies can be cooked in a microwave oven.

B. Beating egg whites means stirring them vigorously.

C. Folding in peanut butter must be done with an electric appliance.

D. These cookies should be cooled on a baking rack.

Answer Explanation:

The statement "Beating egg whites means stirring them vigorously" is true. In culinary terms, "beating" typically involves stirring vigorously to incorporate air and create a foam-like texture.

Therefore, the Correct Answer is B.

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  • Q #1: Peanut Butter Cookies Grandma Harry           30 minutes       Cookies/Desserts         Makes 1 dozen 1 egg white 3/4 cup sugar 1 cup peanut butter 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup flour Beat egg white until foamy. Stir in sugar, beat again until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in peanut butter and vanilla. Add flour in small increments until dough forms. Chill dough for at least 2 hours. Roll into balls, roll in sugar, press down with a fork, and bake at 350 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool on cookie sheet. These are very fragile. Which of the following statements is true?

    A. The egg white and vanilla are beaten together in a bowl.

    B. Each ball of dough must be pressed down with a fork before baking

    C. After adding flour, the cookies are baked for 10 to 12 minutes.

    D. When beating the eggs and sugar, you shouldn't stop until soft peaks form.

    Answer Explanation

    This is indicated in the recipe's instructions: "Roll into balls, roll in sugar, press down with a fork, and bake at 350 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes."

  • Q #2: In 1943, the war in the Pacific raged on. First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt went to rally the troops' spirits, despite the disapproval of military command. Roosevelt planned a grueling itinerary. She visited several islands and hundreds of wounded in her first 6 days. The indefatigable First Lady inspected Navy hospitals, delivered a speech, attended receptions, and visited convalescing officers, all within 12 hours of her arrival. She lifted spirits among the wounded and morale among the troops. She continued her exhausting tour for a month, speaking to every patient in troop hospitals and taking down addresses to contact family members. Roosevelt traveled non-stop, risked her life, and greeted the last patient she saw with the same heartfelt sincerity as the first Which of the following conclusions can be drawn from the passage?

    A. Eleanor Roosevelt did not enjoy giving oral speeches to troops.

    B. Eleanor Roosevelt was present during most battles in Asia during WWII.

    C. Eleanor Roosevelt hand wrote notes to every troop's family.

    D. Eleanor Roosevelt became First Lady before the war in the Pacific ended.

    Answer Explanation

    This conclusion is supported by the information that in 1943, during the war in the Pacific, Eleanor Roosevelt, as First Lady, went to rally the troops' spirits. This implies that she was First Lady during the war, which suggests that she assumed the role before the war in the Pacific ended.

  • Q #3: Question 45 of 45 Bakers' Heating & Air Conditioning Service We specialize in home air, water, and heat problems. No HVAC residential job is too big or small for our experienced team. Certifications: Electrical, Plumbing, Heating, Cooling Call 1-800-555-1313 for fast service. Don't delay, call today. *St. Louis & Kansas City areas only*   For which of the following situations would this advertisement be useful?

    A. A Kansas City business office has a problem with mold spores in its ventilation system.

    B. A St. Louts resident's water heater just stopped working

    C. A homeowner in Detroit wants to have a new shower installed.

    D. A commercial builder needs electrical work performed for a national chain of restaurants.

    Answer Explanation

    The advertisement specifies that the services are for the St. Louis and Kansas City areas only, and it specializes in home air, water, and heat problems, which aligns with the issue of a malfunctioning water heater.