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LLN Test Demo — Certificate III

Welcome to the Pinnacle English LLN Test Demo for Certificate III level courses.

This is a two-part assessment:

Part 1 — LLN Test (this test): reading, numeracy, comprehension and a short writing task.
Part 2 — Digital Literacy Test: follows straight after, checking digital skills.

The purpose of this assessment is to check readiness for study at the Certificate III qualification level.

All you need to do is:

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CHANCE OF RAINAn excursion is scheduled at a college for Wednesday.The Weather Bureau forecasts a 25% chance of rain on Wednesday.

What is the chance that it will NOT rain on the school sports day? *

¾ – three-quarters

¼ – one-quarter

½ – one-half

⅛ – one-eighth

A teacher called Paul uses the spreadsheet above to record his students’ scores for three tests. The maximum possible score for each quiz is 20.

Which of these formulae could their teacher (Paul) have used to calculate the average (mean) test score in cell F2 for Aaron? *

=B2+C2+D2+E2/4

=(B2+C2+D2+E2)/4

=(B2+C2+D2+E2/4)

=((B2+C2+D2+E2/4))

Dress for Success – Tips

A recent study shows that people who dress better have more confidence, and are more focused on details. More importantly, other people perceive well-dressed people as leaders, and are more likely to go to them for support than those not as well dressed.

The good news is that dressing for success is easier than you think, and you don’t have to spend that much money in the process. Keep the following tips in mind and you’ll give the impression of success at work:

Begin with the basics. Always choose dark socks when wearing dark pants and/or shoes. Your belt should match or coordinate with your shoes. These two simple tips are often missed!

An often missed note on hygiene. Limit use of cologne/perfume; it’s meant to compliment not overwhelm.

Keep it simple. Accessories should be just that: extra. Make sure jewelry and belts are not too showy or distracting. If they overwhelm your outfit you can be sure they’ll overwhelm your personality as well.

Keep it clean. This one is quite obvious: Clothing should be clean and pressed. But I’ll go one further. Invest in getting a suit that’s been tailored to your build. Nothing looks worse than a too baggy (or too tight) jacket or pantlegs that bunch up at the ankles.

Dress for the occasion. If it calls for black tie on the invitation, they mean a tuxedo (Dinner Jacket), not a navy suit. If it’s a more casual event, but you’re unsure of the attire, wear a jacket regardless. You can never go wrong by being the best-dressed person in the room.

Dressing well is more than just clothing. It’s an essential part of your behaviour and demeanor.

Academy Award winner Edith Head says, “You can have anything you want in life if you dress for it.” There’s more truth in this statement than you may think. Start by dressing like the person you want to be and the success you desire will follow.

Which phrase best describes the author’s attitude towards what you wear at work? *

You need to spend a lot of time and money in order to look good at work.

Your work attire can impact your success at work.

Only people in leadership positions need to be well-dressed.

As long as you are clean and tidy, you don’t have to worry about what you wear.

A business owner named Louis needs a new online course and has emailed a consultant, Bob, to ask if he could create it for his college.

Read the list of tasks Bob wrote on a Monday morning. He has not put them in order. Decide the order of priority for the tasks that Bob has to do.

Do some research to find out how long it will take to write the new course according to what Louis wants and needs.
Organise a quote and email the quote to Louis for the online course development.
If Louis is happy with the new course, send him an email with the invoice, and wait for payment.
If Louis says the quote is okay, develop the new online course for him.
Speak with Louis about what he needs the new course for and what kind of students will be undertaking the course.
Ask Louis if he is happy with the new course and if he wants to change or add anything to it.

Choose the best order in which the course developer (BOB) should complete the tasks. *

6, 2, 3, 4, 5, 1

5, 1, 2, 4, 6, 3

4, 1, 5, 2, 3, 6

4, 2, 1, 3, 6, 5

James is a newly hired English teacher at a college, responsible for teaching English online using video conferencing and file-sharing tools. While he is a qualified and experienced English teacher, he has never taught online or used video conferencing for teaching. However, he is comfortable using a computer at home and frequently makes video calls to chat with friends and family.

If you were responsible for training new staff, how would you describe James’ level of skill/knowledge in using video conferencing tools to teach students at the college? *

No previous knowledge of the task.

Can perform the task with help.

Can perform the task on his own.

Can teach others to perform the task.

A SWOT analysis is a technique used to assess four key aspects of a business: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats.

Strengths: What is the business good at?
Weaknesses: What is the business not good at?
Opportunities: What opportunities (or chances) exist for the business to grow or improve?
Threats: What factors could negatively impact the business?

Consider Microsoft, one of the most successful companies in the world, and select the option that best represents a SWOT analysis for the company.

Options:

Option 1: Microsoft is the global market leader in software technology, but it has been lagging in innovation compared to companies like Apple. Cloud-based services have grown significantly in recent years, presenting an opportunity for Microsoft to expand its cloud business. However, Microsoft faces intense competition from Google and Apple, both of which pose a threat to its market position.

Option 2: Microsoft is the global market leader in software technology and holds a dominant market share. It operates in over 190 countries worldwide, and its latest earnings reports demonstrate strong growth in cloud computing. Additionally, it is a well-established brand with high customer loyalty.

Option 3: Microsoft has been lagging in innovation compared to companies like Apple. In particular, it has struggled to grow sales of its hardware products, such as Surface Pro computers and smartphones. Furthermore, its internet browsers, including Internet Explorer (IE) and Edge, are not as competitive as they could be compared to alternatives like Google Chrome, Safari, and Firefox.

Option 4: Microsoft faces intense competition from Google and Apple, both of which threaten its market position. Additionally, it has a relatively small share of the smartphone, tablet, and laptop markets. Finally, open-source projects—such as Linux OS and OpenOffice—have successfully entered the market, offering similar services for free, which threatens Microsoft’s paid software products.

Select the option above that best represents a SWOT analysis for Microsoft. *

Option 1

Option 2

Option 3

Option 4

Question 7

Marked out of 1

Read the following article and identify any bias in the information sources.

New Study Funded by the National Candy Association Claims That Children and Adolescents Who Eat Candy Are Less Overweight or Obese

NEWS PROVIDED BY: National Candy Association

Children and adolescents who eat candy tend to weigh less than their non-consuming counterparts, according to a new study funded by the National Candy Association and published in Food & Nutrition Research, a peer-reviewed journal.

This is potentially important news given the current childhood obesity epidemic. However, lead researcher Carol O’Neil, PhD, MPH, LDN, RD, from the Louisiana State University Agricultural Center, cautions that the study should be viewed in context.

“The study illustrates that children and adolescents who consume candy are less likely to be overweight,” O’Neil said. “However, the results of this study should not be interpreted as permission to overconsume sweets. Candy and sweets should not replace nutrient-dense foods in the diet; they are a special treat and should be enjoyed in moderation.”

Similar to a related study on adults, this research examined the connection between candy consumption and total energy intake, fat intake, added sugars, diet quality, weight/adiposity parameters, and risk factors for cardiovascular disease in 11,182 U.S. children (aged 2-13) and adolescents (aged 14-18) who participated in the 1999-2004 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES).

Although children and adolescent candy consumers in the study had slightly higher intakes of total energy and added sugars, they were less likely to be overweight or obese than non-consumers. This suggests they may be successfully managing their “calories in, calories out” balance over time.

“Candy is a fun part of children’s lives – as a treat, in celebrations, and for holidays,” said Alison Bodor, Senior Vice President of Public Policy and Advocacy at the National Candy Association. “It’s not intended to replace nutrient-dense foods in the diet, but it can certainly provide moments of happiness within the context of a healthy lifestyle.”

Based on the information above, who demonstrates a bias due to self-interest? *

Alison Bodor, of the National Candy Association, has a self-interest bias.

Neither Alison Bodor nor the National Candy Association have a bias based on self-interest.

Both Alison Bodor and the National Candy Association have a bias based on self-interest.

The National Candy Association has a self-interest bias.

Question 8

Match the key selection criteria for the position of Supervisor to the paragraphs written by a business student applying for the job.

Soon after starting a job as an administrative assistant at the college, I realised that some of the reception staff were better suited to specific tasks—for example, some excelled at dealing with students, others were more efficient at data entry, and some were better at collecting payments. I suggested to the owner that tasks be assigned based on each staff member’s strengths and weaknesses. Following this change, student feedback in survey results improved significantly. This was a direct result of my attention to detail and ability to analyse problems effectively. *

While working at the college, my daily tasks were often team-oriented, requiring collaboration with various staff members, including marketing officers, administrative staff, teachers, and the management team. I also attended regular meetings where I worked with other employees and managers to improve how we delivered services to students. *

During my time as a front office administrator at a college, I had to make multiple phone calls and send numerous emails to students. I needed to communicate clearly in both written and verbal formats to ensure there were no misunderstandings about the issues that needed to be resolved. *

Working as a front office administrator significantly improved my database and computing skills. I became highly proficient in using multiple Microsoft and Google applications. *

My mid-20s were an extremely busy period in my life. I was studying Business full-time, playing in a soccer team, and working part-time at a café. During this time, it became essential to manage my time effectively and prioritise tasks based on their importance. *

Question 9: Writing Task

Background: LearnOnline is an online app that connects teachers with students. Some teachers do not keep their schedules up to date, so students occasionally book appointments that are not really available. Those bookings then have to be cancelled.

You work in customer support at LearnOnline. A student, Angelica, has emailed to complain that the appointment she booked was cancelled at short notice, and that this is the second time it has happened.

Write a reply to Angelica.

Write at least 120 words. In your reply:

apologise for the cancelled appointment
explain why it happened
say what LearnOnline will do about it
tell her how to rebook

Write in full sentences. Do not use dot points in your answer.

Suggested time: 15 minutes.

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Listen to Jack’s Online Working Experience and answer the question that follows.

What was Jack’s favourite thing about teaching online? *

He is able to have a better work-life balance.

He can either teach in person or online.

He doesn’t have to catch public transport to work.

It has encouraged him to be more active.

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