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The jurors for the trial were randomly selected from a pool. In which of the following sentences does the word "pool" have the same meaning as the sentence above?

A. The children had to pool their money to buy ice cream.

B. The group planned to meet at nine o'clock at the pool hall.

C. They looked nervously at the pool of oil under the car.

D. The pool of available workers diminished during the summer.

Answer Explanation:

Both sentences involve a gathering or combining of resources, in the first case, money, and in the original sentence, the author is asking if the reader can "pool some information."

Therefore, the Correct Answer is D.

More Questions on TEAS 7 Reading

  • Q #1: The rain is tapping footsteps on the roof It sounds a lovely dance inside my head This peaceful aura only serves as proof That I should dodge my work to lie in bed The pillows pull me in with their behest A trap that I do not want to escape The blankets form a most enticing nest They wrap me in a shroud that won't undrape rm tempted further by my furry friends They've taken o'er the mattress in a pile Oh, how I want to nestle in with them! But first, I know that I must work awhile I promise, bed, I will be back for you I surely nap before the day is through Which of following pieces of data supports a conclusion that the reader can draw from the passage?

    A. In a qualitative research study, respondents reported they felt more satisfied with their lives when they were able to sleep in conditions and for a duration that was self-selected.

    B. Productivity fell among workers who got less than 5 hours of sleep: conversely, workers with more than 8 hours of sleep demonstrated almost double productivity than their sleep- deprived peers.

    C. Individuals who had multiple mammals as pets indicated they felt more satisfied when self-reporting on their happiness. Individuals who slept in the same room as their pets report even higher happiness levels.

    D. As self-reported in a research survey, people who lived in locations that received more than 60 inches in average precipitation indicated better levels of rest and lower levels of anxiety.

    Answer Explanation

    The passage mentions the temptation to nestle in with furry friends on the mattress, suggesting a positive association with having pets around.

    Option C provides data supporting the idea that individuals with multiple mammals as pets, especially those sleeping in the same room, report higher happiness levels.

  • Q #2: 1921 Began military service 1922 joined the French Air Force 1926 Pioneered international postal flight 1931 Published first novel, Night Flight 1935 Crashed in the Sahara Desert in Libya 1940 Arrived in New York City after escaping France 1942 Published The Little Prince 1944 Disappeared over the Mediterranean Sea   Which of the following events most likely influenced the publication of Saint-Exupéry's novel Night Flight?

    A. Arriving in New York City after escaping France

    B. Pioneering international postal flight

    C. Beginning his military service

    D. Crashing in the Sahara Desert in Libya

    Answer Explanation

    The event that most likely influenced the publication of Saint-Exupéry's novel "Night Flight" is his pioneering international postal flight. This experience would have provided him with unique insights and experiences that could inspire and shape the content of his novel.

  • Q #3: Sales Associate Position Salary: $15 to $18 per hour Job Type: Full time or Part time Shift and Schedule: Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends About Us: Button Land is the number one destination for buttons. We are dedicated to providing any button our customers could need. In addition to utility buttons, we stock a variety of antique and vintage buttons. Our team is passionate about helping our customers find the perfect button. Qualifications: Previous sales and customer service experience preferred but will consider candidates without this experience who have a passion for buttons. Candidates must have strong communication, time management, and social skills. All candidates must be willing to work weekends. Which of the following could a reader conclude is true based on the Information in the passage?

    A. The successful applicant would not be asked to work weekends.

    B. An applicant will not be hired without previous experience in sales.

    C. An applicant should have a passion for buttons and zippers.

    D. The successful applicant should have open availability.

    Answer Explanation

    The passage mentions, "All candidates must be willing to work weekends," suggesting that having open availability, including weekends, is a requirement for the position.