Entry Exam Category: Graduate & Professional Program Admission Exams
Course: Praxis
Exam: Praxis Reading Language Arts 5002 Practice Test
Practice Question
Extract
Carbon is identified by the symbol "C" on the periodic table. Each carbon atom is made of six protons and six neutrons, giving it an atomic mass of twelve. The way the atoms are arranged gives carbon its form. Sometimes carbon is combined with other substances to create useful items, such as pencil lead. When mixed with oxygen, carbon forms carbon dioxide (CO2). People exhale carbon dioxide when they breathe, and carbon dioxide gives soda its bubbles.
The graphics add to the reading by serving which TWO of the following purposes?
Answer Choices
- A: Reinforcing a real-world connection
- B: Summarizing key facts
- C: Providing a mnemonic device
- D: Contributing extra information
- E: Presenting an organizational framework
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: Graphics showing carbon in pencil lead or soda bubbles connect to real life (A) and add visuals like CO2 structure (D). They don't summarize, provide mnemonics, or organize, making A,D correct.