[单项选择]Questions 177-180 refer to the following information.

Evaluation of energy-saving methods
Chrysler Building

· Location: New York, New York
· Building Type: commercial office tower
· Construction System: steel frame, metal cladding
This report describes energy-saving measures taken by the building manager of the Chrysler Building. These measures range from the simple and quick to the expensive and time consuming.
The most significant energy saving measures were achieved by planting a variety of plants with different growth characteristics, both on the roof and on individual office balconies, which added cooling shade in the summer. The use of inexpensive exterior bamboo blinds during summer months produced significant reductions in need for air- conditioning, which saved the Chrysler building a considerable amount of money. Surprisingly, installing double-paned windows was the least cost-effective measure, des
A. They were used to provide shade or act as partitions in offices.
B. They made the air in the building very humid.
C. They were easy to install.
D. They helped lower the temperature of the building.

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[单项选择]Questions 177-180 refer to the following information.

Evaluation of energy-saving methods
Chrysler Building

· Location: New York, New York
· Building Type: commercial office tower
· Construction System: steel frame, metal cladding
This report describes energy-saving measures taken by the building manager of the Chrysler Building. These measures range from the simple and quick to the expensive and time consuming.
The most significant energy saving measures were achieved by planting a variety of plants with different growth characteristics, both on the roof and on individual office balconies, which added cooling shade in the summer. The use of inexpensive exterior bamboo blinds during summer months produced significant reductions in need for air- conditioning, which saved the Chrysler building a considerable amount of money. Surprisingly, installing double-paned windows was the least cost-effective measure, des
A. Gardening flowers and plants
B. Choosing and installing windows
C. Redesigning office space
D. Reducing energy costs

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[单项选择]Questions 167-168 refer to the following information.

Historic Downtown Hastings, Minnesota

Early businesses in Hastings were located along the rail line. By 1908 the downtown was beginning to take on an aura of permanency, with brick buildings and important businesses such as a bank, hotel and general store.
These commercial buildings have been turned into fashionable clothing stores and cafes. Today, the Emerald clothing shop and the Miramax Cafe are two of beautifully preserved storefronts that attract hundreds of visitors daily.
In addition to great shopping and delicious food, the Hastings Theater, which has just re-opened after a major renovation project, is located here. The Museum of Photography will open this fall, bringing more of the arts to historic Hastings.
Call the Hastings Theater at (717) 334-6120 for information about show schedules and prices.
What is the purpose of this brochure
A. To give the history of the city of Hastings
B. To encourage people to visit Hastings
C. To announce the opening of several new stores
D. To compare different architecture styles

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[单项选择]Questions 153-154 refer to the following information.

SMART Technologies Inc.

We invite you to be present for the Annual Meeting of Shareholders on Friday, May 25 at 3:00 in the evening at the Austin Hotel & Convention Center. A light meal will be served from 5:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m.
Please respond to Ms. Barbara Campbell at 604-622-5521 by May 10 to indicate your presence at the meeting.
402-814 Richards Street
Vancouver, BC
V6B 3A7
Phone: 604-622-5504
Toll-free: 1-888-226-7337
To what event are recipients being invited
A. A free investment seminar
B. A yearly meeting
C. A demonstration
D. A trade convention

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[单项选择]Peter Welsh, CFA, gathered the following information from a company"s most recent financial statements ( U.S. $ in millions):

Preferred stock	40
Common stock	120
Additional paid-in capital	30
Retained earnings	190
Treasury stock	(55)
Total shareholders" equity	325
Total number of common shares outstanding	10 million
Tax rate	40%

Welsh also determined that the company uses the LIFO inventory method, but most companies in the industry use the FIFO method. The footnotes to the financial statements indicate that if the company had used the FIFO method, the inventory balance would have been $ 50 million higher than the amount reported on the company"s most recent financial statements. If the company"s common stock is currently selling for $70 per share, the most appropriate price to book value ratio to use in valuing the company is:
A. 2.22.
B. 2.03.
C. 2.16.

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[单项选择]Questions 186-190 refer to the following advertisement and article.

Seated Exercise Series: Chair Aerobics

When most people think of exercise, they usually think of things like running, jogging, jumping rope, lifting heavy weights, and so on. And all of these weight-bearing exercises involve the bones and muscles working against gravity. If you have problems standing for long periods of time, Chair Aerobics is the exercise for you.
Chair Aerobics lets you exercise your body while sitting in a chair. Consider the following:
· Chair aerobics is performed for about 20-30 minutes and consists of rhythmic movements.
· It is a low-impact exercise with almost no potential for damage to joints and enables you to perform your daily routine activities effectively.
· It lets you move your arms and legs to music while taking the weight off your feet.
· You don’t need special clothes, shoes, or space.
· No equipment
A. Basketball
B. Jogging
C. Running
D. Weight lifting

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[单项选择]Questions 153-155 refer to the following advertisement.

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Make your contact information more memorable to business associates and potential customers with the help of high-quality, customized business cards. At First Impression Printing, we pride ourselves on quality custom-printed cards that reflect you and your business.
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1. Advanced printing technology
2. Choice of over 6,000 photographic templates
3. Competitive prices
4. Designers to help design your logos and graphics
5. Express 48-hour delivery service for orders
6. Free shipping of business card orders of 5
A. They improve the quality of business.
B. They are made of reflective material.
C. They can be used to verify your identity.
D. They help clients remember information.

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[单项选择]Questions 141-143 refer to the following memorandum.
It is my deepest regret (141) you that the Board of Directors has agreed to require a two-week unpaid leave for all employees in order to avoid an operation budget deficit. The company is facing a serious crisis (142) poor profits over the past three quarters.
The budget is short by about $7 million and, according to our company policy, the budget must be balanced by September 30, which is the end of this fiscal year.
It is (143) for all employees to give up two weeks’ pay in order to put a halt to the budget crisis. Employees are to speak to their managers regarding setting up the two weeks that are convenient for them.
I am genuinely sorry for the need to take such radical measures to end the current emergency, but with your cooperation, we can overcome this situation.
A.inform
B. informing
C. to inform
D. informed

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