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Question 1Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Choose the word that is closest in meaning to 'meticulous' as used in a report describing a careful lab technician.

  1. Scrupulous Correct answer.
  2. Hasty
  3. Indifferent
  4. Verbose

Explanation

'Meticulous' describes someone who shows great attention to detail and is very careful, which matches 'scrupulous.' The other choices describe carelessness, lack of interest, or wordiness, none of which capture careful precision.

Question 2Academic Aptitude - Verbal

In the sentence 'The nurse reviewed the chart, and she noted the discrepancy,' what is the function of the word 'and'?

  1. It functions as a preposition.
  2. It introduces a subordinate clause.
  3. It modifies the verb 'reviewed.'
  4. It joins two independent clauses. Correct answer.

Explanation

A coordinating conjunction such as 'and' links two independent clauses of equal grammatical rank, each with its own subject and verb. Here both 'The nurse reviewed the chart' and 'she noted the discrepancy' can stand alone, so 'and' joins them.

Question 3Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Select the option that best completes the analogy: 'Scalpel is to surgeon as ledger is to ______.'

  1. Sculpture
  2. Accountant Correct answer.
  3. Patient
  4. Recipe

Explanation

A scalpel is the characteristic tool of a surgeon, just as a ledger is the characteristic tool of an accountant. The relationship is tool-to-professional, so the professional who uses a ledger completes the analogy.

Question 4Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Which sentence uses 'affect' correctly?

  1. Her affect was to improve the process.
  2. They tried to affect the outcome by working harder.
  3. The new schedule will affect the entire staff. Correct answer.
  4. The new schedule will have a positive affect on morale.

Explanation

'Affect' as a verb means to influence something, so 'will affect the entire staff' is correct. When referring to a result or influence as a noun, the correct word is 'effect,' as in 'have a positive effect on morale.'

Question 5Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Which word is the antonym of 'scarce' in the sentence 'Supplies were scarce during the shortage'?

  1. Sparse
  2. Abundant Correct answer.
  3. Limited
  4. Rare

Explanation

'Scarce' means in short supply or insufficient, so its antonym describes plentiful availability, which is 'abundant.' 'Limited,' 'sparse,' and 'rare' are all synonyms that reinforce the idea of shortage.

Question 6Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Identify the subject of the sentence: 'After the briefing, the supervisor distributed the revised procedures.'

  1. the revised procedures
  2. the supervisor Correct answer.
  3. the briefing
  4. After

Explanation

The subject is the noun or noun phrase performing the action of the main verb. Here 'the supervisor' performs the action 'distributed,' while 'the briefing' appears in a prepositional phrase and 'the revised procedures' is the object.

Question 7Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Choose the correctly spelled word to complete the sentence: 'The committee reached a ______ decision after lengthy debate.'

  1. unanimus
  2. unanimious
  3. unanimous Correct answer.
  4. unanamous

Explanation

The correct spelling is 'unanimous,' meaning fully agreed upon by all parties. The other forms contain incorrect vowel patterns that do not match the standard spelling of the word.

Question 8Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Which sentence is a fragment rather than a complete sentence?

  1. The report was incomplete.
  2. Because the report was incomplete. Correct answer.
  3. She completed the report.
  4. The report, which was long, was incomplete.

Explanation

A sentence fragment lacks an independent clause. 'Because the report was incomplete' begins with a subordinating conjunction and has no main clause, so it cannot stand alone. The other options all contain a subject and a finite verb forming an independent clause.

Question 9Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Read the sentence: 'The technician calibrated the instrument before the samples arrived.' Which word is the conjunction?

  1. before Correct answer.
  2. samples
  3. calibrated
  4. instrument

Explanation

'Before' is a subordinating conjunction that introduces the dependent clause 'before the samples arrived.' 'Calibrated' is a verb, 'instrument' is a noun, and 'samples' is a noun.

Question 10Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Which sentence uses a semicolon correctly?

  1. The results were inconclusive; because the team repeated the test.
  2. The results were inconclusive; the team repeated the test. Correct answer.
  3. The results; were inconclusive and the team repeated the test.
  4. The results were inconclusive; and the team repeated the test.

Explanation

A semicolon joins two closely related independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction. 'The results were inconclusive' and 'the team repeated the test' are each complete, so the semicolon is correct. Using a semicolon before a conjunction or before a subordinate clause is incorrect.

Question 11Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Choose the word that best fits: 'The manager's remarks were so ______ that no one could tell whether she approved or disapproved.'

  1. concise
  2. ambiguous Correct answer.
  3. candid
  4. emphatic

Explanation

'Ambiguous' means open to more than one interpretation, which explains why listeners could not determine her stance. 'Candid,' 'emphatic,' and 'concise' all suggest clarity or force, which would make her position clear.

Question 12Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Identify the sentence that contains a dangling modifier.

  1. Walking into the lab, the equipment was examined by the new technician. Correct answer.
  2. After walking into the lab, the new technician examined the equipment.
  3. The new technician examined the equipment after walking into the lab.
  4. Walking into the lab, the new technician examined the equipment.

Explanation

A dangling modifier occurs when the introductory phrase does not logically modify the subject of the main clause. In the first option, 'walking into the lab' appears to modify 'the equipment,' which cannot walk. The other options correctly attach the phrase to 'the new technician.'

Question 13Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Which pair of words completes the analogy? 'Opaque is to light as ______ is to sound.'

  1. Musical
  2. Loud
  3. Soundproof Correct answer.
  4. Audible

Explanation

Opaque materials block light from passing through; the analogous term for materials that block sound is 'soundproof.' The relationship is blocking or impeding transmission, so 'soundproof' fits the same pattern.

Question 14Academic Aptitude - Verbal

In the sentence 'The committee, along with the director, has approved the policy,' why is the verb 'has' singular?

  1. 'Along with' makes the subject plural.
  2. The subject is 'committee,' and the phrase 'along with the director' does not change the subject. Correct answer.
  3. The verb agrees with 'director,' which is singular.
  4. The verb should be plural; the sentence contains an error.

Explanation

The subject of the sentence is 'committee,' which is singular. Phrases introduced by 'along with,' 'as well as,' or 'together with' are parenthetical and do not alter the number of the subject, so the singular verb 'has' is correct.

Question 15Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Which sentence uses 'principal' correctly?

  1. The principal of the loan was quickly repaid.
  2. He was the principle investigator on the study.
  3. She met with the school principle about the schedule.
  4. The principal reason for the delay was a supply shortage. Correct answer.

Explanation

'Principal' as an adjective means main or most important, so 'the principal reason' is correct. As a noun, 'principal' refers to a school head or a sum of money, while 'principle' refers to a rule or fundamental truth.

Question 16Academic Aptitude - Verbal

What is the meaning of the prefix 'bene-' in words such as 'beneficial' and 'benevolent'?

  1. Bad or harmful
  2. Against
  3. Before
  4. Good or well Correct answer.

Explanation

The Latin prefix 'bene-' means good or well, which underlies words like 'beneficial' (producing good) and 'benevolent' (wishing well to others). The prefix 'mal-' means bad, 'pre-' means before, and 'anti-' means against.

Question 17Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Choose the option that best restates the sentence without changing its meaning: 'Unless the shipment arrives by Friday, the project will be delayed.'

  1. If the shipment does not arrive by Friday, the project will be delayed. Correct answer.
  2. The shipment arrived by Friday, so the project will not be delayed.
  3. The project will be delayed even if the shipment arrives by Friday.
  4. The project will be delayed because the shipment arrived by Friday.

Explanation

'Unless' means 'if not,' so the sentence is equivalent to saying the project will be delayed if the shipment does not arrive by Friday. The conditional relationship between late shipment and delay must be preserved.

Question 18Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Which sentence contains a misplaced modifier?

  1. Under the microscope, the technician observed the sample.
  2. The technician observed the sample under the microscope that had been prepared. Correct answer.
  3. The technician observed the sample that had been prepared under the microscope.
  4. The technician, under the microscope, observed the sample.

Explanation

A misplaced modifier is placed so that it appears to modify the wrong word. In the first option, 'that had been prepared' seems to modify 'microscope' rather than 'sample.' The other options place the modifying phrase so its reference is clear.

Question 19Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Which word is the best synonym for 'tenuous' as in 'a tenuous argument'?

  1. Strong
  2. Lengthy
  3. Weak Correct answer.
  4. Certain

Explanation

'Tenuous' means flimsy, slight, or lacking a solid basis, so in describing an argument it means weak. 'Strong' and 'certain' are direct opposites, and 'lengthy' refers to duration rather than soundness.

Question 20Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Which sentence correctly uses a colon?

  1. The team needed: gloves, masks, and gowns.
  2. The team needed three items, gloves, masks, and gowns.
  3. The team needed three items: gloves, masks, and gowns. Correct answer.
  4. The team needed three items; gloves, masks, and gowns.

Explanation

A colon introduces a list after a complete independent clause. 'The team needed three items' is a complete clause, so the colon is correctly used before the list. A colon should not separate a verb from its objects, and a semicolon or comma does not properly introduce a list.

Question 21Academic Aptitude - Verbal

In the sentence 'The report, which was submitted late, was rejected,' what type of clause is 'which was submitted late'?

  1. An independent clause
  2. A restrictive relative clause
  3. An adverbial clause of time
  4. A nonrestrictive relative clause Correct answer.

Explanation

The clause 'which was submitted late' is set off by commas and provides extra, nonessential information about 'the report,' making it nonrestrictive. Restrictive clauses are not set off by commas because they are essential to identifying the noun.

Question 22Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Choose the word that best completes the sentence: 'Her explanation was so ______ that even the newest employees understood the procedure immediately.'

  1. tentative
  2. abstruse
  3. lucid Correct answer.
  4. oblique

Explanation

'Lucid' means clear and easy to understand, which explains why new employees grasped the procedure immediately. 'Abstruse' means difficult to understand, 'oblique' means indirect, and 'tentative' means uncertain.

Question 23Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Which revision best corrects the run-on sentence 'The samples were contaminated the test was repeated'?

  1. The samples were contaminated, the test was repeated.
  2. The samples were contaminated the test was repeated.
  3. The samples were contaminated, so the test was repeated. Correct answer.
  4. The samples were contaminated and the test was repeated.

Explanation

A run-on joins two independent clauses without proper punctuation or conjunction. Adding the coordinating conjunction 'so' with a comma creates a correct compound sentence showing cause and effect. A comma alone or no punctuation leaves the run-on uncorrected.

Question 24Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Read the passage: 'Although the initial trial showed promise, the results could not be replicated in larger studies. Researchers cautioned against drawing firm conclusions.' Which statement best captures the author's implication?

  1. The treatment is proven effective based on the initial trial.
  2. The treatment's effectiveness remains unproven despite early optimism. Correct answer.
  3. Researchers concluded the treatment was harmful.
  4. The larger studies confirmed the initial findings.

Explanation

The passage contrasts early promise with a failure to replicate, and the researchers urge caution. The implication is that effectiveness is not established, not that the treatment is harmful or proven. The contrast between 'showed promise' and 'could not be replicated' is the key signal.

Question 25Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Which sentence demonstrates correct parallel structure?

  1. The role requires analyzing data, writing reports, and presenting findings. Correct answer.
  2. The role requires analyzing data, writing reports, and to present findings.
  3. The role requires data analysis, writing reports, and to present findings.
  4. The role requires to analyze data, writing reports, and presenting findings.

Explanation

Parallel structure requires items in a series to share the same grammatical form. In the first option, all three items are gerund phrases ('analyzing,' 'writing,' 'presenting'). The other options mix gerunds with infinitives, breaking parallelism.

Question 26Academic Aptitude - Verbal

A reading passage in the verbal section states: 'The clinic expanded its evening hours last spring. Patient visits rose by nearly a third within six months.' Which inference is best supported by these two sentences alone?

  1. Evening patients were sicker than daytime patients.
  2. The clinic will soon open a second location.
  3. The clinic's staff objected to working in the evening.
  4. The extended hours may have contributed to the increase in patient visits. Correct answer.

Explanation

A supported inference stays within what the text implies without adding new facts. The passage links the schedule change to a later rise in visits, so a possible causal or contributing relationship is the reasonable conclusion. The other choices introduce reactions, severity, or expansion plans that the passage never mentions.

Question 27Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Read the short passage: 'The maintenance team replaced the aging pumps during the shutdown. Because the work finished two days early, the plant restarted ahead of schedule.' According to the passage, why did the plant restart early?

  1. The pump replacement was completed ahead of time. Correct answer.
  2. The maintenance team hired extra contractors.
  3. The shutdown was extended by management.
  4. The aging pumps failed during operation.

Explanation

A detail question asks you to locate the stated cause rather than guess one. The passage says the work finished two days early, and that early finish is what allowed the plant to restart ahead of schedule. Any answer not tied to that stated sequence is unsupported.

Question 28Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Which word is the best antonym for 'meticulous' as it is used to describe a record-keeper?

  1. thorough
  2. cautious
  3. orderly
  4. careless Correct answer.

Explanation

'Meticulous' means showing great attention to detail, so its antonym must describe the opposite habit. 'Careless' is the only option that reverses the meaning. The others are near-synonyms that describe careful or organized behavior.

Question 29Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Choose the word that best completes the sentence: 'The inspector's report was ______, listing every defect found on the factory floor.'

  1. exhaustive Correct answer.
  2. reluctant
  3. tentative
  4. ambiguous

Explanation

The phrase after the blank says the report listed every defect, which signals completeness. 'Exhaustive' means covering all details, so it fits that clue. The other words describe unwillingness, uncertainty, or vagueness, none of which matches a full listing.

Question 30Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Read the sentence: 'The auditor reviewed the ledgers carefully; nevertheless, several discrepancies escaped notice.' What relationship does 'nevertheless' signal between the two clauses?

  1. cause
  2. concession Correct answer.
  3. addition
  4. sequence

Explanation

'Nevertheless' introduces a contrast or concession: despite the careful review, errors still slipped through. It does not add similar information, show cause, or mark a time order. Recognizing transition words helps you follow an author's logic in verbal passages.

Question 31Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Which sentence uses the word 'affect' correctly?

  1. The new schedule will have a positive affect on morale.
  2. Her affect was cheerful during the entire interview.
  3. The new schedule will affect how quickly orders are processed. Correct answer.
  4. The affect of the storm was visible along the coast.

Explanation

'Affect' as a verb means to influence, which is how it is used when a schedule influences processing speed. As a noun, 'affect' refers to an observed emotional state, and 'effect' is the noun for a result. Only the first sentence uses the verb form correctly.

Question 32Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Which sentence uses commas correctly to set off a nonessential element?

  1. The technician who repaired the pump arrived, early.
  2. The technician who, repaired the pump arrived early.
  3. The technician, who repaired the pump, arrived early. Correct answer.
  4. The technician who repaired the pump, arrived early.

Explanation

A nonessential clause adds extra information and is enclosed by commas on both sides. 'Who repaired the pump' is set off with a comma before and after in the second option. Placing only one comma or splitting the clause incorrectly disrupts the sentence.

Question 33Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Which sentence maintains parallel structure in its list?

  1. The training covers scheduling shifts, complaint handling, and report filing. Correct answer.
  2. The training covers scheduling shifts, handling complaints, and how to file reports.
  3. The training covers how to schedule shifts, handling complaints, and filing reports.
  4. The training covers scheduling shifts, to handle complaints, and filing reports.

Explanation

Parallel structure requires each item in a series to use the same grammatical form. The second option lists three noun phrases, so all items match. The others mix gerunds, infinitives, and clauses, breaking the pattern.

Question 34Academic Aptitude - Verbal

In the sentence 'The supervisor asked whether the shipment had arrived,' what is the function of the clause 'whether the shipment had arrived'?

  1. It is an independent clause joined by a conjunction.
  2. It serves as the direct object of the verb 'asked.' Correct answer.
  3. It acts as an adjective describing 'shipment.'
  4. It modifies the noun 'supervisor.'

Explanation

The clause answers what the supervisor asked, so it functions as the direct object of 'asked.' It does not describe the supervisor or the shipment, and it cannot stand alone as an independent clause. Identifying the question 'asked what?' helps locate the object.

Question 35Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Which sentence correctly uses 'fewer' rather than 'less'?

  1. The site had less accidents after the new signs were posted.
  2. The site had less workers on the night shift.
  3. The site had fewer accidents after the new signs were posted. Correct answer.
  4. The site had fewer safety training than required.

Explanation

'Fewer' applies to countable items such as accidents, while 'less' applies to uncountable quantities. Accidents can be counted one by one, so 'fewer accidents' is correct. The other options use 'fewer' or 'less' with the wrong type of noun.

Question 36Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Read the sentence: 'Having finished the inspection, the report was signed by the auditor.' What is the problem with this sentence?

  1. It contains a run-on because two clauses are joined without punctuation.
  2. It lacks a subject in the main clause.
  3. It contains a dangling modifier because the report did not finish the inspection. Correct answer.
  4. It uses the passive voice, which is always incorrect.

Explanation

An introductory participial phrase must describe the subject of the main clause. Here 'having finished the inspection' describes the auditor, but the main clause subject is 'the report,' creating a dangling modifier. The fix is to name the auditor as the subject of the main clause.

Question 37Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Which option best combines the two sentences into one clear sentence? 'The inventory count was inaccurate. The order was delayed.'

  1. The inventory count was inaccurate; the order delayed.
  2. Because the inventory count was inaccurate, the order was delayed. Correct answer.
  3. The inventory count was inaccurate and the order was delayed, however.
  4. The inventory count was inaccurate, the order was delayed.

Explanation

A clear combination should show the logical relationship and keep both clauses complete. Using 'because' correctly expresses the cause-and-effect link between the inaccurate count and the delay. The other options create a comma splice, a misplaced transition, or an incomplete clause.

Question 38Academic Aptitude - Verbal

A passage states: 'The author argues that remote work reduces commuting costs. However, she concedes that it may weaken informal mentoring.' Which statement best captures the author's overall position?

  1. Commuting costs are the only factor in remote-work decisions.
  2. Remote work has no measurable costs or benefits.
  3. Remote work has benefits for employees but possible drawbacks for mentoring. Correct answer.
  4. Remote work should be avoided because mentoring is unimportant.

Explanation

The passage presents a main claim about reduced commuting costs and a concession about weaker mentoring. The best summary includes both the benefit and the acknowledged drawback. Options that deny evidence or overstate the concession misread the author's balanced position.

Question 39Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Read the sentence: 'The proposal, which the board reviewed at length and which several members had requested, was ultimately tabled.' Which statement about the sentence is accurate?

  1. The main verb is 'reviewed,' and 'was tabled' is a subordinate clause.
  2. 'Which several members had requested' is an independent clause.
  3. Two parallel relative clauses modify 'proposal,' and the main verb is 'was tabled.' Correct answer.
  4. The sentence contains a dangling modifier in the opening phrase.

Explanation

The sentence contains two 'which' clauses joined by 'and,' both describing 'proposal' in parallel form. The main subject and verb are 'The proposal... was tabled,' while the relative clauses are subordinate. Recognizing the core clause helps you parse long, embedded sentences.

Question 40Academic Aptitude - Verbal

Four sentences describe a policy change. Which sentence avoids both a logical flaw and a grammatical error?

  1. Reducing overtime improved morale, which proves the policy was popular.
  2. The policy reduced overtime, so it must have improved morale.
  3. The policy reduced overtime, and morale improved, therefore it was popular.
  4. The policy reduced overtime; as a result, supervisors reported higher morale. Correct answer.

Explanation

The second sentence clearly separates the observed fact from the reported result and joins the clauses correctly with a semicolon. The others either assume causation from correlation, use 'which' to refer vaguely to a whole clause, or create a comma splice with 'therefore.' Careful writers distinguish evidence from conclusion.

Question 41Academic Aptitude - Nonverbal

In a nonverbal reasoning series, each figure is a square with a small dot. The dot moves clockwise one corner per step: top-left, top-right, bottom-right, bottom-left. What corner comes next after bottom-left?

  1. top-right
  2. bottom-right
  3. bottom-left
  4. top-left Correct answer.

Explanation

The dot advances one corner clockwise each step, so after the bottom-left corner it returns to the top-left corner. A full clockwise cycle of four corners repeats the starting position.

Question 42Academic Aptitude - Nonverbal

A 3-by-3 grid of shapes follows a rule across each row. Row 1 has a circle, triangle, square. Row 2 has a triangle, square, circle. Row 3 has a square, circle, and one hidden cell. Which shape belongs in the hidden cell?

  1. circle
  2. triangle Correct answer.
  3. star
  4. square

Explanation

Each row contains exactly one circle, one triangle, and one square, so the missing shape in row 3 is the triangle. The order shifts left by one each row, confirming the pattern.

Question 43Academic Aptitude - Nonverbal

A figure rotates 90 degrees clockwise, then 180 degrees, then 90 degrees clockwise again. What is the net rotation from the original position?

  1. 270 degrees clockwise
  2. 360 degrees clockwise Correct answer.
  3. 90 degrees clockwise
  4. 180 degrees clockwise

Explanation

Adding the rotations: 90 + 180 + 90 equals 360 degrees clockwise. A full 360-degree turn returns the figure to its original orientation.

Question 44Academic Aptitude - Nonverbal

In a sequence of figures, the number of sides increases by two each time: triangle (3), pentagon (5), heptagon (7). What is the next number of sides?

  1. 10
  2. 8
  3. 11
  4. 9 Correct answer.

Explanation

Each figure adds two sides to the previous one, so 7 plus 2 equals 9 sides. The pattern is a constant difference of two.

Question 45Academic Aptitude - Nonverbal

A pattern alternates between a filled shape and an outline shape, starting with filled. If the sequence has 10 shapes, how many are outline shapes?

  1. 4
  2. 10
  3. 5 Correct answer.
  4. 6

Explanation

With positions alternating filled and outline starting with filled, positions 1,3,5,7,9 are filled and 2,4,6,8,10 are outline. That gives five outline shapes.

Question 46Academic Aptitude - Nonverbal

A square is folded in half diagonally, and a single hole is punched through both layers near one corner. When unfolded, how many holes appear?

  1. 2 Correct answer.
  2. 4
  3. 8
  4. 1

Explanation

Folding in half creates two layers, so one punch passes through both layers and produces two holes when unfolded. Each layer receives one hole.

Question 47Academic Aptitude - Nonverbal

In a series of stacked blocks, each figure adds one block to the bottom row and removes one from the top row. If the first figure has 3 blocks on top and 1 on the bottom, what does the third figure look like?

  1. 3 on top and 3 on the bottom
  2. 2 on top and 4 on the bottom
  3. 5 on top and 3 on the bottom
  4. 1 on top and 3 on the bottom Correct answer.

Explanation

Each step removes one from the top and adds one to the bottom. After two steps the top goes from 3 to 1 and the bottom from 1 to 3.

Question 48Academic Aptitude - Nonverbal

A 4-by-4 grid is shaded so that the first column and the last row are dark. How many cells are shaded in total?

  1. 16
  2. 9
  3. 8
  4. 7 Correct answer.

Explanation

The first column has 4 cells and the last row has 4 cells, but the corner cell is counted twice. So 4 + 4 - 1 equals 7 shaded cells.

Question 49Academic Aptitude - Nonverbal

A figure consists of a large triangle with a smaller triangle inside, both pointing up. The inner triangle then rotates 180 degrees while the outer stays fixed. What does the result show?

  1. both triangles pointing up
  2. outer up and inner pointing down Correct answer.
  3. both triangles pointing down
  4. outer down and inner pointing up

Explanation

Only the inner triangle rotates 180 degrees, so it flips to point down while the outer triangle remains pointing up. A 180-degree rotation inverts the orientation.

Question 50Academic Aptitude - Nonverbal

A series of figures shows a dot moving around a square: corner 1, corner 2, corner 4, corner 7. The movement doubles each step (1, 2, 4, 8 positions). Starting from corner 1 on a 12-position clock face, where does the dot land after moving 8 positions clockwise?

  1. corner 6
  2. corner 8
  3. corner 10
  4. corner 9 Correct answer.

Explanation

Starting at position 1 and moving 8 positions clockwise on a 12-position face lands on position 9. Counting forward: 1 plus 8 equals 9.