KOIC Advanced Diploma LLN Test

LLN Test — Advanced Diploma

Welcome to your Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Test for Advanced Diploma level courses.

The purpose of this test is to check your readiness for study at the Advanced Diploma qualification level. You may use the results to assess your eligibility to enter a course at this level.

The test includes 10 questions covering reading, writing, numeracy, learning strategies and oral communication.

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Question 1: Numeracy

A business invests $80,000 in a term deposit at an annual interest rate of 5%, compounded annually.

The formula for compound interest is:

A = P(1 + r)ⁿ

Where A = final amount, P = principal, r = annual interest rate as a decimal (e.g. 5% = 0.05), n = number of years.

After 2 years, the business withdraws the full amount. They originally invested $80,000.

How much interest did the business earn after 2 years? *

$8,000

$8,100

$8,200

$8,400

Question 2: Numeracy — Data Interpretation

A marketing manager is reviewing staff productivity. The table below shows the number of client proposals completed per staff member over two quarters.

Staff Member	Q1 Proposals	Q2 Proposals	% Change
Angela	20	25	+25%
Ben	30	24	-20%
Carmen	15	15	0%
David	10	14	+40%

The manager also notes that the team target for Q2 was 20 proposals per person. Staff who exceeded the target received a performance bonus.

Based on both the table and the target information, which statement is most accurate? *

Angela and David both exceeded the Q2 target and received a bonus.

Ben had the highest Q2 output and received a bonus.

David showed the greatest improvement but did not meet the Q2 target.

Carmen was the only staff member who did not receive a bonus.

Question 3: Reading — Critical Analysis

Read the two extracts below about the use of artificial intelligence in the workplace.

Extract A — Industry Report (TechForward Consulting, 2024)

“Organisations that have integrated AI-assisted tools into their operations report an average productivity increase of 34%. AI enables workers to focus on higher-value tasks by automating routine processes, reducing error rates, and providing real-time data analysis. Companies that delay AI adoption risk falling behind competitors who are already leveraging these efficiencies.”

Extract B — Academic Journal (Journal of Workplace Studies, 2024)

“While AI tools can improve certain operational metrics, the evidence for widespread productivity gains remains mixed. Studies examining AI implementation across diverse industries show that outcomes depend heavily on workforce training, organisational culture, and the specific nature of tasks being automated. Furthermore, the productivity figures cited by consulting firms often reflect best-case scenarios from early adopters rather than average outcomes across all sectors.”

Which statement best describes the relationship between the two extracts? *

Extract B supports and expands on the claims made in Extract A.

Extract A makes a stronger argument because it uses specific statistics.

Extract B challenges the reliability of claims like those made in Extract A by questioning the conditions under which such results occur.

Both extracts agree that AI adoption is essential for all organisations.

Question 4: Reading — Copyright

Copyright applies automatically as soon as an idea is expressed in a material form — written down or recorded in some form, such as a book, music recording, or website. It exists in both published and unpublished material as well as in electronic material.

Under fair dealing, the copyright in a work is not infringed if the dealing is fair and for the purposes of:

research and study
criticism or review
parody or satire
reporting news
a judicial proceeding or report of a judicial proceeding

Which of the following is NOT an example of copyright infringement? *

A college that photocopies entire textbooks to sell to students for a profit.

A student who includes a short extract from a book they are critically reviewing for an assignment.

Downloading films from a website not owned by the creator.

Using a song as background music in a YouTube video without obtaining permission.

Question 5: Writing — Grammar

Read the following workplace conversation carefully. One of the underlined phrases contains a grammatical error.

Daisy: “You’re dropping Jane off at work tomorrow. You know where she works, right?”

Peter: “I think that I have the address stored in my phone somewhere. I just need to figure out what is the best time to leave so we get her there on time.”

Daisy: “I know that I usually try to head off by about 4pm, but you should probably leave a bit earlier if you’ve never been there before.”

Which underlined phrase contains a grammatical error? *

where she works

that I have the address

what is the best time to leave

that I usually try

Question 6: Writing — Punctuation

The sentence below has one comma that is used incorrectly.

As the season progressed, it became clear that the original target of completing the project before the end of the financial year, was overly optimistic, and a revised, more realistic timeline would need to be agreed upon.

Identify after which word the incorrect comma appears.

After which word does the incorrect comma appear? *

progressed

year

optimistic

revised

Question 7: Reading — Academic Reference

Look at the following academic reference and identify what type of source is being cited.

KOTLER, P., & KELLER, K. L. (2009). Marketing management. Upper Saddle River, N.J., Pearson Prentice Hall.

What type of source is being referenced? *

Web page

Chapter from a book

Book

Journal article

Question 8: Learning — Process Sequencing

When hiring employees there are several steps that should be taken. The seven steps below are listed in the wrong order.

Interview your top candidates
Post the job online using platforms such as Seek and Indeed
Choose the candidate you think would be the best fit
Contact the candidate and make an offer of employment
Conduct onboarding process for the new employee (tour, email login information, HR forms)
Create a job title and job description
Review applicant resumes

Choose the option that places these steps in the correct order from first (1) to last (7).

What is the correct order for the recruitment process? *

6, 2, 7, 1, 3, 4, 5

2, 6, 1, 7, 3, 4, 5

6, 1, 2, 7, 4, 3, 5

6, 7, 2, 1, 3, 5, 4

Question 9: Reading — Comprehension

Read the following article about recent technologies and answer the question below.

Technology plays an important role in every aspect of our lives and can be a very useful tool in terms of making our work lives easier and more efficient; however, some believe that technology may in fact replace us in the workplace altogether.

An example of this is the growing use of tablet computers in restaurants all over the world. Whether at their table or in designated areas, customers are able to use self-service screens to select their meals in the same way that they make online purchases. Waitstaff are still needed in some capacity, but many tasks that were previously performed by humans are now automated.

Since 2010, tech companies have been developing self-driving cars, which use a combination of motion sensors, GPS, and software to navigate roads and traffic. Driverless cars have already been made legal in the US state of Nevada. Although some safety concerns remain, the technology is advancing rapidly.

Because of these new technologies and trends, it is very likely that many jobs will cease to exist in the future. For this reason, it is very important for people of all ages in the workforce, especially the youth, to keep up-to-date with emerging technologies and not fear them. People who embrace technology and learn to work alongside it will have a significant advantage over those who do not.

What advice does the writer give to people in the workforce? *

Stick to what you know and develop those skills.

Avoid industries that will be replaced by technology.

Be prepared for future changes and be ready to adapt.

Focus on opportunities specifically in Information Technology.

Question 10: Listening Comprehension

Click the play button below to listen to Jason giving advice on job interviews.

You will be able to play the recording twice (x2).

Answer the question based on what you hear in the recording.

A candidate has just finished a job interview. Based on Jason’s advice, which action would be most effective immediately after the interview ends? *

Send a follow-up email thanking the interviewer for their time.

Research the interviewer’s LinkedIn profile and career achievements.

Tell the interviewer directly that you want the job and explain specifically why.

Ask the interviewer for feedback on your performance during the interview.