| ITEM 19: |
Examiner says:
"When Mrs.
Garibaldi went to the store, she found that tuna, macaroni, peaches,
and spinach were on sale. If she wants a high protein dinner, which
one of these should she buy?
1. tuna *
2.
macaroni
3. peaches
4. spinach." |
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Years of
Education |
|
National |
8 years |
less than |
High School |
Some |
College |
|
Average |
or less |
12 years |
Graduate |
College |
Graduate |
| Percent Correct: |
71 |
56 |
69 |
69 |
76 |
88 |
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| ITEM 20: |
Examiner says:
"Mr.
Roger's monthly paycheck before deductions is $400.00. Each month
$20.00 is deducted for Social Security and $60.00 for withholding
tax. How much is his yearly take home pay?"
(Correct
response: $3840) |
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|
Years of
Education |
|
National |
8 years |
less than |
High School |
Some |
College |
|
Average |
or less |
12 years |
Graduate |
College |
Graduate |
| Percent Correct: |
71 |
49 |
61 |
75 |
80 |
86 |
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| Source:
"The Adult Performance Level Study: A report submitted to the
Office of Education Dissemination Review Panel." Undated but
labelled in handwriting "O.K. 3/25/75." |
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