(A) underscore an astounding fact

In the passage, the author cites the fact that children acquire up to seven new words per day to emphasize the ease and speed at which children can absorb language compared to adults. This statistic is presented as an astounding fact that supports the idea of children's brains being like "spongy receptacles" for language learning.<|end_of_turn|>

 Elena generously offered to lend Sofie one of her colorful swimsuits, and together they enjoyed a refreshing day at the pool, deepening their friendship.<|end_of_turn|>

 Ben used his hat as a makeshift pawn, and they continued their game with laughter and excitement.

The story continues: Lily and Ben had a fantastic time playing their makeshift chess game, with Ben's hat adding a unique touch to the experience. As they played, they laughed and shared stories, creating a memorable moment during their resort vacation. The rain outside only added to the cozy atmosphere, making it a perfect day spent indoors. After a close game, Lily finally emerged victorious, and they agreed that this impromptu chess match would be a cherished memory of their trip.<|end_of_turn|>

 C) By preserving it with salt

In the passage, it is mentioned that people in the past used salt to prevent their food from spoiling. Salt pulls water out of food, making it difficult for bacteria to grow and cause the food to go bad, particularly for meat and fish. Additionally, they dried food in the sun, which removed moisture and preserved it for longer periods.<|end_of_turn|>

 C) shifting responsibility for the costs of recycling

According to the passage, one proposed way to encourage recycling is to require manufacturers to take back products after they are no longer useful, thus shifting the responsibility for the costs of recycling to the manufacturer. This encourages them to make products easier to recycle, produce less waste during production, and use recycled materials even when new materials may be cheaper.<|end_of_turn|>

 A) It is very old

The passage states that Oxford University is one of the oldest universities in the world, having been established in the 12th century. This fact contributes to making it unique, as it has a long and prestigious history that sets it apart from other institutions.<|end_of_turn|>

 Based on the passage, the best description of Jim Gilmore's appearance is:

B) Short and dark with a big mustache and big hands

This is evident from the text, which mentions that Jim was "short and dark with big mustaches and big hands." It also describes his hair as being neat behind and how white his teeth were when he smiled, further supporting the description of his appearance.<|end_of_turn|>

 To solve this problem, we can use the formula for the perimeter of a rectangle, which is P = 2L + 2W, where P is the perimeter, L is the length, and W is the width.

We are given that the length (L) is four times the width (W), so we can write this relationship as L = 4W.

Now, we can substitute this expression for L into the perimeter formula:

P = 2(4W) + 2W
P = 8W + 2W
P = 10W

We are also given that the perimeter (P) is 60 feet. So, we can set up the equation:

60 = 10W

Now, we can solve for W:

W = 60 / 10
W = 6

So, the width of the garden is 6 feet.<|end_of_turn|>

 The detail that the author includes to show that Jim has noticed Liz Coates is:

C) the whiteness of her teeth.

In the passage, it is mentioned that Jim noticed Liz's hair was always neat behind and that he liked her face because it was so jolly. However, it specifically mentions that he liked the whiteness of her teeth when she smiled. This detail shows that Jim has indeed noticed Liz Coates and has paid attention to certain aspects of her appearance.<|end_of_turn|>

 The author's repetitive use of "She liked it" serves to emphasize the degree to which a friendship has blossomed between Liz and Jim. This is because the phrase is used repeatedly to describe the various qualities and aspects of Jim that Liz finds appealing, illustrating the depth and range of her liking for him.

So, the correct answer is:
A) degree to which a friendship has blossomed

The repetition of "She liked it" highlights the growing friendship between Liz and Jim, as she finds herself appreciating more and more about him. This pattern of liking various aspects of Jim's appearance and personality shows that their friendship is developing and becoming more significant to Liz.<|end_of_turn|>

 Let's analyze each statement and their implications:

1. "All members of the chess team are also members of the robotics club."
This statement means that if someone is on the chess team, they must also be in the robotics club.

2. "No members of the basketball team are members of the chess team."
This statement means that if someone is on the basketball team, they cannot be on the chess team.

Now let's evaluate the possible conclusions:

(A) If Izak is in the robotics club, then he is not on the basketball team.
Since all chess team members are in the robotics club (from statement 1), and no basketball team members are on the chess team (from statement 2), it follows that if Izak is in the robotics club, he cannot be on the basketball team. This conclusion is consistent with the given statements.

(B) If Jerry is in the robotics club, then he is on the chess team.
This conclusion contradicts statement 2, which states that no basketball team members are on the chess team. So, this conclusion cannot be true.

(C) If Lisa is on the basketball team, then she is not in the robotics club.
This conclusion contradicts statement 1, which states that all chess team members are also in the robotics club. So, this conclusion cannot be true.

(D) If Sanjit is on the chess team, then he is on the basketball team.
This conclusion contradicts statement 2, which states that no basketball team members are on the chess team. So, this conclusion cannot be true.

(E) If Seong-Jin is not in the robotics club, then he is not on the chess team.
Since all chess team members are in the robotics club (from statement 1), if someone is not in the robotics club, they cannot be on the chess team. This conclusion is consistent with the given statements.

So, based on the analysis, the correct answers are:

(A) If Izak is in the robotics club, then he is not on the basketball team
(E) If Seong-Jin is not in the robotics club, then he is not on the chess team<|end_of_turn|>

 Let's analyze the information given and use the process of elimination to determine where the Mother is:

1. The person in Britain has the broken sword.
2. The son, who is not in Denmark, neither has the gold doubloon nor the silver watch.
3. The family member in Egypt has the family tree.
4. The mother has the silver watch but isn't in Mexico.
5. The grandmother has the gold doubloon and is either in Denmark or Canada.

We know that the grandmother is in Denmark, so we can use this information to eliminate some possibilities:

Since the grandmother is in Denmark, and the mother is not in Mexico, the mother must be in either Britain, Canada, or Egypt.

Now, we know that the son is not in Denmark, and he neither has the gold doubloon nor the silver watch. This means that the silver watch must be with someone else. The only remaining options for the mother are Britain and Egypt.

Since the family member in Egypt has the family tree, and the mother has the silver watch, the mother cannot be in Egypt. Therefore, the mother must be in Britain.

So, if the Grandmother is in Denmark, the Mother is in Britain.

Simple representation of the correct answer:
Mother (Britain) - Grandmother (Denmark)<|end_of_turn|>

 ▲. Max borrows his mom's camera to take photos of his school science project.
◆. Max accidentally deletes all the photos his mom took on their vacation last month.
★. Max downloads a new software program to try and recover the photos.

The most logical sequence of events is:

1. Max borrows his mom's camera to take photos of his school science project (Before the vacation, Max uses the camera).
2. Max accidentally deletes all the photos his mom took on their vacation last month (An unfortunate event after the photos were taken).
3. Max downloads a new software program to try and recover the photos (Max tries to fix the problem after the deletion).<|end_of_turn|>

 ★. Vidya, the owner of Lucky the rabbit, schedules a minor surgery for him due to the growth of a benign tumor.
◆. Dr. Hahn washes his hands thoroughly in preparation for the surgery.
●. Lucky is put under anesthesia, and Dr. Hahn starts the procedure.
▲. The veterinary assistant calls Lucky's owner to inform her that the surgery was successful.

In this sequence, the first event is the scheduling of the surgery by the owner. Next, Dr. Hahn prepares for the surgery by washing his hands. Then, Lucky is put under anesthesia, and the surgery begins. Finally, the veterinary assistant informs the owner that the surgery was successful.<|end_of_turn|>

 In the context of the third paragraph, "glossy" most nearly means (A) polished.

The passage describes the narrative about children's language learning as "glossy," which likely refers to the smooth, polished, and appealing quality of the story. This implies that the narrative makes learning languages in children seem effortless and attractive, while potentially neglecting some important factors.<|end_of_turn|>

 Jane noticed the low battery symbol on her phone, and Paul's solar charger provided a practical solution for their backpacking day.

In this continuation of the story, Jane's quiet moment is explained by her noticing the low battery on her phone. Paul's reassurance and the introduction of his portable solar charger serve as a practical solution to their potential problem, showing his preparedness for any situation. Jane's surprise at Paul's resourcefulness highlights their compatibility and their shared experiences on their backpacking trip.<|end_of_turn|>

 Mia suggested they search the storage building for a spare volleyball. One of the counselors agreed, saying he had a key. He unlocked the door, and they climbed a narrow staircase to find a hidden stash of sports equipment, including a volleyball.

With the found ball, the game commenced, and the students and counselors played a thrilling match, celebrating the end of an unforgettable summer camp week. The sun set over the horizon, casting a warm glow on the sandy volleyball court, as laughter and cheers filled the air. The game concluded with a tie, and everyone agreed that it was the perfect way to remember their summer camp experience. As the last rays of sunlight disappeared, the campers and counselors gathered around a bonfire, sharing stories and creating new memories before they had to say their goodbyes. The last day of summer camp had ended on a high note, leaving everyone with a sense of camaraderie and joy that would last long into the school year.<|end_of_turn|>

 Let's analyze the problem step by step:

1. Each student is supposed to write n verses.
2. Each student is also supposed to write twice as many verses as their class rank.

We are given that the 7th student wrote 20 verses. Let's denote the class rank as 'r' and the number of verses written by the student with rank 'r' as 'v(r)'. We have:

v(7) = 20 (given)

Now, we need to find the relationship between 'n' and 'r' for the number of verses written by a student. We know that each student writes 'n' verses and '2r' additional verses:

v(r) = n + 2r

For the 7th student, we have:

v(7) = n + 2(7)
20 = n + 14

Now, we can solve for 'n':

n = 20 - 14
n = 6

So, the value of 'n' is 6. Each student, including the 7th student, is supposed to write 6 verses, plus twice as many verses as their class rank.<|end_of_turn|>

 To find the value of 4 ◘ 3, we will substitute x = 4 and y = 3 into the given operation definition: x ◘ y = 2x - 3y + 1.

Step 1: Substitute the values of x and y.
4 ◘ 3 = 2(4) - 3(3) + 1

Step 2: Perform the operations inside the parentheses.
4 ◘ 3 = 8 - 9 + 1

Step 3: Perform the remaining operations.
4 ◘ 3 = -1 + 1

Step 4: Simplify the expression.
4 ◘ 3 = 0

So, the value of 4 ◘ 3 is 0.<|end_of_turn|>

 To determine how long it will take John to reach the park, we can use the formula:

Time = Distance / Speed

In this case, John's distance is 60 miles, and his speed is 30 mph. Plugging these values into the formula, we get:

Time = 60 miles / 30 mph

Now, we can simplify the fraction:

Time = 2 hours

So, it will take John 2 hours to reach the park.<|end_of_turn|>

 Let's analyze the given statements and the possible answers:

1. "All employees of Duluth Paper received a bonus this year."
2. "Andrés did not receive a bonus this year."

From these statements, we can deduce that Andrés is not an employee of Duluth Paper, because if he were, he would have received a bonus according to the first statement.

Now, let's examine the possible answers:

A) Not all employees of Duluth Paper received a bonus this year.
This statement contradicts the first statement, which claims that all employees received a bonus. Therefore, this cannot be the correct answer.

B) No one who received a bonus is an employee of Duluth Paper.
This statement is also contradicted by the first statement, which says that all employees received a bonus. Thus, this cannot be the correct answer either.

C) Andrés was not an employee of Duluth Paper this year.
This statement is supported by our analysis of the given statements, as we deduced that Andrés is not an employee of Duluth Paper. Therefore, this must be the correct answer.

D) Andrés received a bonus this year.
This statement contradicts the second statement, which says that Andrés did not receive a bonus. Thus, this cannot be the correct answer.

E) None of these.
Since we have found a correct answer (C), this option is not correct.

So, the correct answer is C) Andrés was not an employee of Duluth Paper this year.<|end_of_turn|>

 The primary purpose of paragraphs 2 and 3 in the passage is to juxtapose two peoples' sentiments (option B). The passage describes Liz Coates' feelings towards Jim Gilmore, highlighting the various things she likes about him. It also mentions that Jim Gilmore never thought about Liz, showing the contrast in their feelings towards each other. So, the correct answer is B) Juxtapose two peoples' sentiments.

In these paragraphs, the author effectively compares and contrasts the feelings of Liz Coates and Jim Gilmore towards each other. Liz's feelings are described in detail, while Jim's are only mentioned in passing, emphasizing the difference in their emotional responses. This juxtaposition helps to create a sense of tension and anticipation in the story, as the reader wonders how these contrasting feelings will play out between the two characters.<|end_of_turn|>

 Let's analyze each option:

(A) If Jane cannot bake, then she is not Lisa's sister: This is true. If all of Lisa's sisters can bake and Jane cannot bake, then Jane cannot be one of Lisa's sisters.

(B) If Sarah can bake, then she is not Lisa's sister: This is false. The statement only tells us that Lisa's sisters can bake, but it does not exclude the possibility that Sarah, who can bake, is one of Lisa's sisters.

(C) If Mary can bake, then she is Lisa's sister: This is true. If all of Lisa's sisters can bake and Mary can bake, then Mary must be one of Lisa's sisters.

(D) If Emma is not Lisa's sister, then she cannot bake: This is not necessarily true. The statement only tells us that Lisa's sisters can bake, but it does not exclude the possibility that Emma, who is not a sister, can also bake.

So, based on the given statements, the correct answer is:

(A) If Jane cannot bake, then she is not Lisa's sister
(C) If Mary can bake, then she is Lisa's sister

These two options must be true according to the information provided.<|end_of_turn|>

 Let's analyze the given information step by step and deduce the location of the daughter, who has the oceanic map.

1. The person in Britain has the broken sword.
2. The son, who is not in Denmark, neither has the gold doubloon nor the silver watch.
3. The family member in Egypt has the family tree.
4. The mother has the silver watch but isn't in Mexico.
5. The grandmother has the gold doubloon and is either in Denmark or Canada.

From statement 2, we know that the son is not in Denmark, and from statement 4, we know that the mother isn't in Mexico. Since the father is not mentioned in any of the statements, we can assume that he is in Mexico with the gold doubloon (to avoid repetition of items).

Now, let's consider statement 5. The grandmother has the gold doubloon and is either in Denmark or Canada. Since the father is in Mexico, the grandmother must be in either Denmark or Canada. But from statement 1, we know that the person in Britain has the broken sword, and from statement 3, we know that the family member in Egypt has the family tree. Therefore, the only remaining location for the grandmother is Canada, as Denmark is already occupied by the person with the broken sword.

So, the grandmother is in Canada with the gold doubloon. This leaves Mexico as the only remaining location for the daughter, who has the oceanic map (since the father has the gold doubloon and the son doesn't have the silver watch).

Therefore, the daughter is located in Mexico with the oceanic map.

Simple representation:
- Britain: Broken Sword
- Canada: Grandmother (Gold Doubloon)
- Denmark: Person (Broken Sword)
- Egypt: Family Member (Family Tree)
- Mexico: Daughter (Oceanic Map)<|end_of_turn|>

 ●. Asim and Meriem had a beautiful ceremony surrounded by friends and family.
▲. Asim bought a ring with something special in mind.
★. Asim proposed to Meriem during a romantic dinner.
◆. The newlyweds arrived at the airport to start their honeymoon.

This arrangement represents the most logical chronological sequence of the events:

1. Asim and Meriem had a beautiful ceremony surrounded by friends and family (●).
2. Asim bought a ring with something special in mind (▲).
3. Asim proposed to Meriem during a romantic dinner (★).
4. The newlyweds arrived at the airport to start their honeymoon (◆).<|end_of_turn|>

 ●. Retrieve the password and check that it matches the 'Current Password' input by the user
★. User inputs 'Current Password' and 'New Password'
▲. If the check is unsuccessful, print "Unauthorized – try again" and do not complete any more steps
◆. Store the "New Password" as the password and notify the user "Password successfully set"; do not complete any more steps

Here's the explanation for the steps:

1. First, you need to retrieve the user's current password from the database and compare it with the one provided by the user (●).
2. The user will then input their current password and the new password they want to set (★).
3. If the current password does not match the one retrieved from the database, the user will be notified that they are unauthorized and prompted to try again (▲).
4. If the current password is correct, the new password will be stored and the user will be notified that their password has been successfully set (◆).<|end_of_turn|>

 To solve this problem, we will analyze the possible combinations of digits for the hundreds, tens, and ones places, ensuring that there is exactly one duplicate digit.

1. Hundreds place: We have 9 choices (1 to 9, excluding 0 and 9, since we can't have a duplicate for the ones place).
2. Tens place: We have 10 choices (0 to 9, since we can duplicate the ones place or choose a different digit).
3. Ones place: We have 9 choices (0 to 9, excluding the digit chosen for the hundreds place, since we can't have a duplicate for the tens place).

Now, we multiply the number of choices for each place:

9 (hundreds) * 10 (tens) * 9 (ones) = 810 possible combinations.

However, we need to subtract the cases where there are two duplicates (like 999) and the cases where the hundreds, tens, and ones places are all different (no duplicates).

- Cases with two duplicates: There are 8 such cases (111, 222, 333, 444, 555, 666, 777, and 888).
- Cases with no duplicates: There are 9 * 9 * 9 = 729 such cases.

Now, subtract these from the total combinations:

810 (total) - 8 (two duplicates) - 729 (no duplicates) = 76

So, there are 76 integers greater than 99 and less than 200 with exactly one duplicate digit.<|end_of_turn|>