101. The Payroll Department _______ that all employees submit their completed and signed time sheets no later than Thursday due to the upcoming holiday. (a) wants (b) requests (c) desires (d) likes 102. The Hiring Manager found the _______ was qualified, but felt that he was not a good fit for the company, so he stopped the negotiations. (a) candid (b) candidate (c) candidly (d) candidacy 103. After touring the manufacturing plant, she _______ that we could apply many of their procedures to our own operations at the Birmingham facility. (a) determination (b) determined (c) determinating (d) determines 104. It is mandatory _______ all employees to turn in their timecards by Wednesday, or else they will have to wait to receive their checks the following Wednesday. (a) from (b) to (c) by (d) for 105. Please check with Maria to see if she _______ the product samples along on the trip, so we can show the new line to the clients we're meeting with at seven. (a) bought (b) brings (c) brought (d) buys 106. I was a little shocked when the buyer suggested that we _______ several younger employees to the committee to get market perspective. (a) added (b) will have added (c) add (d) will add 107. We should see a _______ reduction in processing time once we implement the new accounts receivable system and the employees have been adequately trained. (a) significantly (b) significant (c) signified (d) signification 108. According to market reports, consumer _______ is down this year by twelve percent, but with the holiday shopping season just beginning that number is sure to improve. (a) profits (b) spending (c) taxation (d) losses 109. If Mr. Logan and Ms. Calkins are unable to meet at the _______ time, please email me and I'll try to reschedule at a more convenient time. (a) prepared (b) supported (c) arranged (d) canceled 1 110. Julia in the Promotions Department announced in today's staff meeting that the company picnic, weather permitting, is _______ for next Tuesday. (a) recorded (b) scheduled (c) appointed (d) programmed 111. If you feel it is essential to make changes in the order at this time, please _______ with the Head Designer on how the changes will affect the schedule. (a) refer (b) discuss (c) consult (d) confirm 112. The new customer service assistants will be trained by a team of three people _______ have a combined total of twenty-three years' experience with our company. (a) whose (b) who (c) what (d) whom 113. International economic reports conclude that rising interest rates are to blame for the _______ of international currency. (a) unstable (b) instability (c) stabilize (d) stability 114. Based on the demographic study, we think that people from the _______ area will come to buy our products if we start using billboards in certain areas. (a) enclosing (b) surrounding (c) encircling (d) accompanying 115. Today the computer manufacturer Tech-Strong _______ its yearly revenue reports public and surprised everyone with sales unmatched by any competitor. (a) left (b) made (c) got (d) helped 116. I _______ Mr. Cassar in the Sales Department prepare biweekly progress reports for me and all the other members of the Cover Project sales team. (a) hired (b) left (c) had (d) helped 117. We are going to cancel the regional sales meeting, _______ the big snowstorm has shut down airports and all major airlines are grounded. (a) although (b) despite (c) unless (d) since 118. Her vast market analysis knowledge and contacts within the industry make Adrienne Reston an incredible _______ for our company's marketing department. (a) research (b) resource (c) resort (d) response 119. After we analyze the proposals and make a recommendation, the final decision will then be _______ to the project manager and her immediate supervisor. (a) down (b) up 2 (c) on (d) with 120. Insurance company MediLife acquired LifeSure last week in a multi-million dollar _______ that industry analysts say will result in several layoffs. (a) merger (b) policy (c) separation (d) attachment 121. Jean works in the subcommittee that tests and _______ all new software programs before programs are purchased and installed. (a) reveres (b) reverses (c) reviews (d) revives 122. Marcus Jones says it was because of falling prices in the last quarter that investors _______ bought shares of the ailing company's stock. (a) effortlessly (b) hesitantly (c) confidently (d) carelessly 123. In conclusion, I urge you to meet with your supervisor _______ you have any concerns about the new company reimbursement policy. (a) would (b) might (c) should (d) could 124. I recently heard that in the new office building we will be sharing space with the executive staff and the _______ department. (a) exposure (b) advertising (c) coverage (d) public 125. The president's assistant told me that she would not be _______ for scheduling the conference room for staff needs anymore. (a) responsive (b) responding (c) responsible (d) respected 126. When mailing in your catalogue order, don't forget to _______ each item number on the correct item line of the order form. (a) incline (b) invite (c) include (d) incite 127. Yesterday, Kelvin Scientific announced its _______ plan to build two new production plants and double its workforce over the next five to seven years. (a) ambitious (b) generous (c) sprawling (d) driving 128. The corporation now offers more incentives for employees in order to avoid the _______ high turnover rate that seems to be worsening. a) cautiously (b) believably (c) carelessly (d) historically 129. Our tenants are upset because they weren't informed that very soon a major highway construction project would be taking place _______ their building. 3 (a) along (b) beside (c) through (d) within 130. I'm interfacing _______ New York at 3 p.m., and I have a report due at the end of the day, so I'm going to have to cancel the dinner. (a) with (b) from (c) for (d) in 131. My assistant told me that it usually takes approximately three hours for the _______ service to deliver the package to the Detroit office. (a) courier (b) distribution (c) carry (d) curry 132. Considering the unexpected popularity of the Tickle-Bot last year, the toy's manufacturer will increase the _______ for this holiday season. (a) investment (b) production (c) expenses (d) construction 133. We all know the Markel Company would not have lost another account _______ high overhead costs and decreased sales. (a) if not for (b) provided that (c) in that (d) so long as 134. As a final warning, I want to remind you that continued delays in the processing of important paperwork will no longer be _______. (a) toleration (b) tolerating (c) tolerate (d) tolerated 135. All car dealerships consider different factors, including _______, when formulating the vehicle's trade-in value, but some are fairer than others. (a) depreciate (b) depreciation (c) appreciate (d) appreciation 136. The technology industry _______ towards the research and development of wireless communications in the last decade. (a) shifts (b) will have shifted (c) has shifted (d) will shift 137. The most _______ period for the American hospitality industry is usually in the summer between the early May and mid-September. (a) expensive (b) costly (c) profitable (d) worthy 138. The _______ was a great success and, as a result, I have several meetings set up for next week that should produce a few new client contracts. (a) presenter (b) present (c) presentation (d) presentable 139. Advancements in telecommunications have made a global economic system possible, _______ 4 advertisers can now take a more globalized approach to marketing. (a) yet (b) so (c) or (d) but 140. Studies have _______ that wise product placement can increase company revenues dramatically in relatively short periods of time. (a) recommend (b) researched (c) shown (d) targeted Questions 141-143 refer to the following letter. Study Shows Workers are Saving More Than Ever A recent survey by Waverly University reveals that young workers are putting more money aside in retirement funds than any other previous generation. Instead of saving about ten percent of their annual salaries, as _______ by most financial planners, the study found that employees under the age of thirty save an average of about fifteen percent of their yearly wages. 141. (a) advising (b) advised (c) has advised (d) advise The study, which targeted employees between the ages of twenty-five and thirty in ten cities across the nation, was conducted by the Department of Economics in order to find trends in spending habits amongst the youngest age bracket _______ the professional workforce. The results, however, prompted the analysis of savings habits instead. 142. (a) in (b) on (c) by (d) for “When we designed the study, we expected to learn more about young professionals as consumers,” _______ Eric Bradley, Professor of Economics at Waverly University, ”but instead we learned more about the financial goals of this age group. When asked about their reasons for saving, most respondents replied that they wanted to make sure they could support themselves in old age.” 143. (a) quoted (b) retorted (c) commented (d) questioned Questions 144-146 refer to the following letter. Hampton Insurance Agency 4715 Albertson Blvd., Suite A-103 5 Marietta, Georgia 29174 To whom it may concern: It is my pleasure to write this letter of recommendation in support of Joshua Baker. Josh has been an employee of Hampton Insurance Agency for _______ ten years. 144. (a) hardly (b) easily (c) closely (d) nearly He started as our office clerk, but after one year we asked him to become a claims adjuster. I recommended him for this _______ because of his outstanding ability to work with clients. 145. (a) election (b) promotion (c) negotiation (d) association Josh is always pleasant when interacting with customers, and he responds to their concerns in a polite and professional manner. Many of our clients have told me that Josh always returned their phone calls in a timely fashion and always made sure their needs were met. Another one of Josh's qualities that I would like to mention is his attention to detail. In the insurance business, a mistake in paperwork can cost the agency thousands of dollars. Instead of _______ through the paperwork like some of our other employees, Josh always takes his time. 146. (a) to rush (b) rushes (c) rushing (d) rush He even stays in the office late to make sure all his claims are accurate and complete. As a result, Josh has received an award for being the most accurate adjuster in our company. Josh is an excellent employee who deserves to advance to a higher position in the insurance field. I recommend him without hesitation. Please contact me at 473-4826 if I can provide any further information in support of his application to your company. Questions 147-149 refer to the following letter. Big Foot Shoes Walk a mile in our shoes, and you'll never buy from anyone else! END OF THE YEAR SALE! Saturday, December 16th ONLY 6 Mark your calendars because you're not going to want to miss this one. For one day only, everything in the store _______ heavily discounted. 147. (a) will have been (b) are (c) will be (d) was That means all of your favorite brands and styles will be under one roof and selling at prices you won't believe. Take the Fastbreak Running Shoe, regularly priced at $89.99. The sale price is an astonishing $49.99. That's a forty dollar price _______! 148. (a) cut (b) reduce (c) sale (d) cost But we didn't stop with the price cuts. Check out our cool two-for-one special, which allows you to take home two pairs of shoes - any style and price - for the price of one. Everything in the store is on the sale, including all accessories. This is the time to stock up on all your favorite shoes, because you'll never see shoe prices this _______ again. 149. (a) cheaply (b) cheaper (c) cheapest (d) cheap Big Foot Shoes Questions 150-152 refer to the following letter. 8700 Oceanview Drive Los Angeles, CA 90230 Ad Event Media Agency September 15 Dear Mr. Jordan, I have known Clara Wu for the past three years _______ she has worked as a Sales Associate for Ad Event Media Agency 150. (a) for (b) while (c) by (d) around Clara has never failed to impress with _______ strong work ethic and her one-of-a-kind personality. 7 151. (a) its (b) their (c) her (d) his Her job performance has always exceeded expectations, and she has consistently been a top salesperson throughout her entire employment with our company. Clients and co-workers alike respond very well to Clara due to her highly developed interpersonal and communication skills. Because she is an _______ listener and interviewer, Clara is able to consistently meet her clients' needs in a positive and thorough manner. 152. (a) idealistic (b) agreeable (c) acceptable (d) exceptional I recommend her for employment without reservation. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Part 7 : finish within 22 minutes Notification of Open Credit Line PMI Financial 800 Pecan Avenue Kansas City, MO 40500 Account Number: 28941921043980 June 17 Dan Wernecke 10101 Zafarano Blvd. Kansas City, MO 40500 Dear Mr. Wernecke, Congratulations on your new credit account with PMI Financial. It's a compliment to you and your financial planning that your application has been approved. We are pleased to inform you that a credit line of one thousand dollars has been approved for your use. All you have to do is visit a PMI store near you, fill out a request-for-credit transaction form for any amount up to and including one thousand dollars, and PMI Financial will cut you a check right on the spot. 8 Additionally, based on your good credit standing, extra cash may be just a phone call away. Call me directly at PMI Financial to apply for the money you want. Karen Mortenson, Your PMI Financial Manager 1-800-454-3432 ext. 103 153. What is the purpose of the letter? (a) To remind Mr. Wernecke to pay his balance (b) To welcome Mr. Wernecke to PMI Financial (c) To inform Mr. Wernecke that his credit line has been increased (d) To notify Mr. Wernecke that his loan application has been received 154. How much is Mr. Wernecke's credit line? (a) $103 (b) $800 (c) $1000 (d) $1500 155. What will Mr. Wernecke most likely do if he wants extra money? (a) Go to the nearest PMI store (b) Fill out an application online (c) Call his PMI Financial representative (d) Contact one of Ms. Mortenson's employees 156. The word “transaction” in the first paragraph, line 4 is closest in meaning to (a) sales (b) tax (c) business (d) contract MORNINGSTAR REAL ESTATE PARTNERS OFFICE (956)234-2343 WEBSITE:www.morningstarproperties.com FAX (956)234-3423 APARTMENT RENTAL AGREEMENT Morningstar Real Estate Partners, as Manager and Agent, rents to Resident(s) Apartment Number 333 located at 7530 San Pedro Avenue, Brownsville, Texas 78320 to be used solely for the purpose of a personal unfurnished apartment residence by: Carry Garcia for a term of nine months and fourteen days beginning June 17 and ending March 31. This Agreement shall be month-to-month and will terminate on April 1. Resident shall pay rent, tax, charges and deposits as set forth below. Monthly Base Rental Charges: $750 Other Charges and Deposits: $500 Monthly Pet Rent: $15 per month Pet Deposit: $300 Utilities: Natural gas - Paid by Resident Electricity - Paid by Resident Water - Paid by Owner Waste disposal - Paid by Resident 9 Amount to be paid to the account of Morningstar Real Estate Partners by certified check on a monthly basis: $765 The rent shall be $765 per month and must be paid on or before the first day of each month. Residents may pay with a personal check, cashier's check, certified check or a money order. Resident : Carry Garcia Date: June 15 157. Who is most likely the recipient of the agreement? (a) A former resident (b) A Morningstar partner (c) The leasing agent (d) The future tenant 158. How much will Ms. Garcia pay on a monthly basis? (a) $300 (b) $500 (c) $750 (d) $765. 159. When does the lease begin? (a) March 31 (b) April 1 (c) June 15 (d) June 17 160. 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D. business (d) contract MORNINGSTAR REAL ESTATE PARTNERS OFFICE (956 )23 4 -23 43 WEBSITE:www.morningstarproperties.com FAX (956 )23 4-3 423 APARTMENT RENTAL AGREEMENT Morningstar Real Estate Partners, as. years. 20 0. How much of a discount is Ms. Sterling's company eligible for? (a) 1% (b) 2% (c) 3% (d) 4%. ANSWER 101. B 1 02. B 103. B 104. D 105. C 106. C 107. B 108. B 109. C 110. A 111. C 1 12.