Use the paragraph to answer the following two questions below.

Many jobs that we know today will someday be taken over by robotics. For example, you may have seen the self-checkout lanes at grocery stores. These machines do the jobs that people used to do, making many human cashiers obsolete. Even though they have some flaws, these machines have benefits as well. They can work without needing a paycheck, and they never get tired. Robots may break once in a while, but unlike humans, they never complain. Some people are worried about losing their jobs, but others are excited about all of the possibilities new technology might bring.



12A. What is the meaning of the word obsolete?

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Responses

no longer needed

determined

upset

missing

no longer needed

Many jobs that we know today will someday be taken over by robotics. For example, you may have seen the self-checkout lanes at grocery stores. These machines do the jobs that people used to do, making many human cashiers obsolete. Even though they have some flaws, these machines have benefits as well. They can work without needing a paycheck, and they never get tired. Robots may break once in a while, but unlike humans, they never complain. Some people are worried about losing their jobs, but others are excited about all of the possibilities new technology might bring.

What inference can be made based on this passage?

A. The author lost his job to a robot.

B. More jobs are being created to make up for the jobs robots are doing.

C. Robots are always better than humans.

D. The author is in favor of robotics.

D. The author is in favor of robotics.

is that correct?

Apologies for any confusion. Based on the given passage, it is not explicitly stated whether the author is in favor of robotics or not. The passage provides information about the potential for jobs being taken over by robotics and presents both the concerns and excitement surrounding this issue. Therefore, it is not possible to accurately infer the author's viewpoint on robotics.

Is the answer A B C or D?

Based on the given options, the correct answer would be:

D. The author is in favor of robotics.

Use the sentences to answer the question.

Public libraries today offer free technology workshops, small business centers, and virtual access to e-books and digital materials. They also lend out unique items like musical instruments, kids’ toys, and gardening tools. They even offer free and discounted passes to local museums.



13. Which of the following can be inferred based on the information in the sentences above?

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Based on the information provided in the sentences, it can be inferred that public libraries have evolved beyond traditional book lending and now offer a variety of services and resources to meet the needs and interests of their patrons.

Use the sentences to answer the question.

Public libraries today offer free technology workshops, small business centers, and virtual access to e-books and digital materials. They also lend out unique items like musical instruments, kids’ toys, and gardening tools. They even offer free and discounted passes to local museums.



13. Which of the following can be inferred based on the information in the sentences above?

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Responses

Libraries are working hard to remain relevant in the digital age by expanding their offerings.
Libraries are working hard to remain relevant in the digital age by expanding their offerings.

Because most people read books on their phones or tablets, libraries are no longer necessary.
Because most people read books on their phones or tablets, libraries are no longer necessary.

Libraries should charge patrons money so they can continue to offer a wide range of high-quality goods and services.
Libraries should charge patrons money so they can continue to offer a wide range of high-quality goods and services.

Because people prefer musical instruments to books, the library should switch its focus to music instead of literacy.