HESI A2 Reading Comprehension V1 2024

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: perfect. In the first paragraph, 'ideal' is used in the context of describing the best possible situation or outcome. This aligns with the definition of 'perfect,' which means without fault or flaw. The other choices are incorrect because 'thoughtful' means considerate or reflective, 'confined' means restricted or limited, and 'hostile' means unfriendly or aggressive, none of which capture the meaning of 'ideal' in this context.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B because sound waves with a lower pitch have a longer wavelength, which means the waves are farther apart. In sound waves, pitch is determined by the frequency, and lower pitch corresponds to lower frequency and longer wavelength. Therefore, waves that are farther apart have a lower pitch. A: Waves that are closer together have a higher pitch. C: The distance traveled by the waves is not directly related to pitch. D: The distance traveled by the waves does not determine the pitch; it is the wavelength that matters.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: perfect. In the first paragraph, 'ideal' is used in the context of describing the best possible situation or outcome. This aligns with the definition of 'perfect,' which means without fault or flaw. The other choices are incorrect because 'thoughtful' means considerate or reflective, 'confined' means restricted or limited, and 'hostile' means unfriendly or aggressive, none of which capture the meaning of 'ideal' in this context.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B. In the context of the first paragraph, 'evolved' refers to a gradual development or change over time. This is supported by the mention of changes and advances in technology. 'To spread' (A) does not capture the idea of development, 'revolve' (C) means to rotate around a central point, and 'shift' (D) implies a sudden or abrupt change, which does not align with the gradual nature of evolution in this context.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Something that is able to resist and be flexible. In the context of elasticity, it refers to the ability of a material to return to its original shape after being stretched or compressed. This aligns with the concept of resistance and flexibility. Choice B is incorrect as elasticity is not related to being like plastic. Choice C is incorrect as it does not capture the essence of elasticity being about resistance and flexibility. Choice D is incorrect as silliness has no relation to the concept of elasticity.