GED Set 4

How to Buy a Gift A (1)We by gifts all throughout the year for many different occasions. (2)Including birthdays, weddings, and anniversaries. (3)A few simple strategies can help you pick a good gift every time. B (4)First, decide how much money you will spend on the gift. (5)This depend upon two things: how much you can afford to spend and how much you want to spend. (6)You may be able to afford $100. (7)You may only want to spend $25. (8)A maximum limit should be set so that you do not go over budget. C (9)Second, decide what sort of gift you want to give. (10)Do you want your gift to be something practical, or would you rather give something whimsical. (11)Do you want a gift that is unique, or would the receiver prefer something ordinary? (12)Do you need something that's top of the line, or would the receiver appreciate a bargain brand? (13)Even if you don't know exactly what you want to get, having an idea of the kind of gift you want can help you make the most of your time while you are shopping. D (14)Determine where you can purchase the kind of gift you want within your budget. (15)For example, don't go to an upscale department store if your budget is only $25. (16)A little research can help you find the right place for your purchase. (17)That is making you, your wallet, and your gift recipient happy. Sentence 14: Determine where you can purchase the kind of gift you want within your budget. The most effective revision to the beginning of sentence 14 would be:

MEMORANDUM To: All Jubilee Products Employees From: Blair Borowski, Facilities Manager Date: March 1, 2005 Re: New Carpet **ATTENTION** A (1)This Saturday and Sunday,March 5 and 6, under your feet carpet company will be installing new carpets throughout the building. (2)All office areas being currently carpeted will get new carpeting. (3)All office areas that are not currently carpeted will also be carpeted. B (4)To prepare for the carpet installation, Under Your Feet have requested the following: 1. (5)Remove ALL nonfurniture items from the carpet or floor in your work area. 2. (6)ALL items except computers and telephones from the top of your furniture should be removed. (7)If for your office items you need boxes or storage space, please contact me at extension 425. (8)The new carpet will be dark blue. C (9)Your compliance is very important, I will circulate a reminder on Thursday and again on Friday mourning. D (10)Thank you in advance for your cooperation. (11)If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contacting me. Sentences 9: Your compliance is very important, I will circulate a reminder on Thursday and again on Friday mourning. Which is the best way to write the underlined portion of sentence 9? If the original is the best way, choose option a.

Ms. Klein bought 4 pounds of beef and 3.5 pounds of chicken for $13.98. If the beef cost $2.76 per pound, what was the cost of the chicken per pound?

How many dollars were spent for labor?

The distance between two heavenly bodies is 63,150,000,000 miles. What is the number expressed in scientific notation?