Questions 15-22
The reading passage has seven sections, A-G.
Which section contains the following information?
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| 16. A procedure for dealing with a conflict of interest concerning an employee in a position of power (i.e, a supervisory position) |
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| 17. What to do in the case of a requested television interview |
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| 18. A definition for “inside information” |
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| 21. A procedure for dealing with a conflict of interest with an unseasoned employee |
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The answer is C. The question asks for the paragraph containing a promise from the company to maintain standards and take actions when necessary. Paragraph C states: “It is expected that persons subject to this policy will conduct themselves under strict rules of honesty and fair dealing between themselves and the company. Confind Inc. upholds to take all reasonable actions to assure that employees do not use their positions or knowledge gained during their association with the company for their private benefit, or the benefit of any other party.” This shows a company promise to uphold standards and take reasonable actions.
Associated Text:
“Confind Inc. upholds to take all reasonable actions to assure that employees do not use their positions or knowledge gained during their association with the company for their private benefit, or the benefit of any other party.”
The answer is D. The question is about the procedure for dealing with a conflict of interest concerning an employee in a supervisory position. Paragraph D says: “In the event of a potential conflict of interest involving a director, officer, the Executive Director, or other management role; it is the obligation of any such person to disclose the potential conflict before consideration of the matter to the Chairman of the Board, who will refer the conflict to the Governance Committee of the Board.” This outlines the procedure in such cases.
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“In the event of a potential conflict of interest involving a director, officer, the Executive Director, or other management role; it is the obligation of any such person to disclose the potential conflict before consideration of the matter to the Chairman of the Board, who will refer the conflict to the Governance Committee of the Board.”
The answer is F. The question concerns what to do in the case of a requested television interview. Paragraph F states: “In the case that any media affiliates, including but not limited to journalists and public relations officials, the questioned employee nor any other employees are able to respond for comment.” This clearly relates to media inquiries such as a televised interview.
Associated Text:
“In the case that any media affiliates, including but not limited to journalists and public relations officials, the questioned employee nor any other employees are able to respond for comment.”
The answer is B. The question asks for the paragraph which defines “inside information”. Paragraph B states: “Inside information shall be defined as any material information that is identified as confidential and proprietary, pertaining to the business and affairs of Confind Inc., whether related to a specific transaction or to matters pertaining to the company’s interests, activities and policies.” This is a direct definition.
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“Inside information shall be defined as any material information that is identified as confidential and proprietary, pertaining to the business and affairs of Confind Inc., whether related to a specific transaction or to matters pertaining to the company’s interests, activities and policies.”
The answer is A. The question asks for the paragraph which defines “conflict of interest”. Paragraph A provides: “A conflict of interest exists when an employee of Confind Inc. has a material financial interest in a transaction or project under consideration by the company.” This clearly defines the phrase.
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“A conflict of interest exists when an employee of Confind Inc. has a material financial interest in a transaction or project under consideration by the company.”
The answer is G. The question asks how to protest a decision. Paragraph G says: “All objections should be submitted in writing within 30 days of the mandate. If the objections surpass the 30 day period, they will be considered null and void.” This provides the method for protesting a decision.
Associated Text:
“All objections should be submitted in writing within 30 days of the mandate. If the objections surpass the 30 day period, they will be considered null and void.”
The answer is E. The question relates to the procedure for dealing with a conflict of interest with an unseasoned (non-management) employee. Paragraph E explains: “In the event of a potential conflict of interest involving any employee (other than the Executive Director or those in a management position) or intern, it is the obligation of any such person to disclose the potential conflict, in writing, to the Executive Director who will review the matter...” This outlines the procedure.
Associated Text:
“In the event of a potential conflict of interest involving any employee (other than the Executive Director or those in a management position) or intern, it is the obligation of any such person to disclose the potential conflict, in writing, to the Executive Director who will review the matter, take appropriate actions and promptly report substantive conflict issues to the Chairman of the Board.”
The answer is G. The question asks about procedures if found guilty. Paragraph G says: “In the case that the proposed party is found to be guilty of a conflict of interest, he or she will be terminated immediately without severance pay.” This directly answers the question.
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“In the case that the proposed party is found to be guilty of a conflict of interest, he or she will be terminated immediately without severance pay.”
Questions 23-29
Look at the following
statements (Questions 23-29) and
A list of people below.
Match each statement with the correct person A, B, C, or D.
NB You may use any letter more than once.
A list of people
- Mark Bradford
- Mary Steiner
- Lucy Holden
- Sophie Stevens
- Bill Colden
The answer is E. The question asks who is looking for someone to collaborate with. The paragraph for Bill Colden states: “He is looking for help and has asked me to pass on the news--if anyone is interested in reaching out and working alongside him in this regard, please let him know.” This clearly shows Bill is soliciting collaboration.
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“He is looking for help and has asked me to pass on the news--if anyone is interested in reaching out and working alongside him in this regard, please let him know.”
The answer is B. The question asks who wants to foster a better environment during work hours. Mary Steiner's section states: “Mary Steiner, focused a lot of her attention on creating office-wide events and activities (during the typical 9-5 flow, since other employees are responsible for after-work events), in order to create a more positive office environment.” This confirms the answer.
Associated Text:
“Mary Steiner, focused a lot of her attention on creating office-wide events and activities (during the typical 9-5 flow, since other employees are responsible for after-work events), in order to create a more positive office environment.”
The answer is A. The question asks who questioned employees about the company’s public relations. For Mark Bradford: “To create a plan, the Vice President of Public Relations, Mark Bradford, surveyed employees about their perception of workplace PR plans.” He questioned employees, fulfilling the answer.
Associated Text:
“To create a plan, the Vice President of Public Relations, Mark Bradford, surveyed employees about their perception of workplace PR plans.”
The answer is E. The question asks who believes in fundraising. Bill Colden’s paragraph says: “Each week, the teams compete against each other and raise money for the Multiple Sclerosis foundation in the local community.” This shows Bill believes in and supports fundraising efforts.
Associated Text:
“Each week, the teams compete against each other and raise money for the Multiple Sclerosis foundation in the local community.”
The answer is D. The question is about the person who wants colleagues to communicate more efficiently. Sophie Stevens's paragraph says: “the Communications Manager, Sophie Stevens, feels that she needs to continually encourage better communication from the PR Team. She believes that creating a messenger service, accessible on all computer platforms in the office, will clear up any doubts and miscommunications.” This directly demonstrates her desire for better communication.
Associated Text:
“the Communications Manager, Sophie Stevens, feels that she needs to continually encourage better communication from the PR Team. She believes that creating a messenger service, accessible on all computer platforms in the office, will clear up any doubts and miscommunications.”
The answer is A. The question asks whose time with the company will be ending soon. In Mark Bradford's paragraph: “Before he steps down next month, he will help the next Vice President of Public Relations fill out the Public Relations Plan...” This indicates Mark is soon leaving the company.
Associated Text:
“Before he steps down next month, he will help the next Vice President of Public Relations fill out the Public Relations Plan to determine where to improve the position and public relations in the future.”
The answer is C. The question asks who believes that online action is just one component of effective PR, and that it needs to be supported by other means. Lucy Holden's section says: “Social media is a great tool, but she strongly believes that it should be complemented by other external public relations efforts, like PR events or the physical embodiment of what O’Brien University stands for.”
Associated Text:
“Social media is a great tool, but she strongly believes that it should be complemented by other external public relations efforts, like PR events or the physical embodiment of what O’Brien University stands for.”
