GED Section 1: Social Studies Practice Test & Exam Questions (Page 8 )

QUESTION: 212

A factory converted to the Toyota system two years ago.
Based on the article, which development most likely occurred in the factory during its conversion period?

The costs of production increased.
More workers were needed.
The production process became more efficient.
Most workers were unable to adjust to the change.
Fewer but better goods were produced.

Answer(s): C

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An important function of modern trade unions is to enable employees to work with employers in making and regulating workplace rules, such as establishing the minimum and maximum number of hours on the job.This collaboration between employee and employer has had mixed results.In some workplaces, trade unions have improved employees' morale, cooperation, and ability to do the job well. In other cases, trade unions have been blamed for decreasing workers' productivity.
When would employers most likely support trade unions in their workplaces?

agreements about work rules would reduce productivity
productivity and pride in workmanship would increase
productivity and pride in workmanship would remain constant
productivity and pride in workmanship would decrease
giving workers a greater voice in the workplace would raise costs

Answer(s): B

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QUESTION: 210

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Which statement about the history of space technology and exploration between 1920 and 1998 is supported by information on the time line?

Rocket science began after World War II.
The USSR invented long-range missiles.
Space technology was the main cause of world wars.
Different nations experimented with space technology.
Nations ended space exploration after 1998.

Answer(s): D

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QUESTION: 209

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According to the Juvenile Curfew Act, which of the following should anyone under the age of 17 with a nighttime job be sure to do?