AnswersFL-1700380-Career Research and Decision MakingScience, Technology, Engineering, and Math Education and Qualifications

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Which best lists the careers that are part of the Science and Math career pathway?

A
Environmental Restoration Planner, Statistician, and Zoologist
B
Manufacturing Engineer, Industrial Ecologist, and Surveying Technician
C
Health and Safety Engineer, Geoscientist, and Microbiologist
D
Civil Drafter, Mapping Technician, and Environmental Specialist
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Barbara is interested in pursuing a career in the Science and Math pathway. Which qualifications will help her reach that goal?

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an advanced knowledge of physics and math
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an advanced knowledge of engineering and math
C
an advanced knowledge of physics and robotics
D
an advanced knowledge of machinery and math
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Which best describes a career that would rely on both an employer and the federal government for funding?

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Electro-Mechanical Technician
B
University Research Professor
C
Materials Engineer
D
Marine Engineer
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A Museum Curator wears a coat and uses special tools to inspect old bones, a Microbiologist wears gloves and uses a microscope to study organisms, and a Robotics Engineer wears goggles and uses a computer to conduct tests. Which workplace do these STEM employees have in common?

A
office building
B
factory
C
warehouse
D
laboratory
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A twenty-acre park was created to give residents a place to hike, bike, and enjoy other recreational activities. Kathy was hired to design a map that would show residents how they could easily access different areas of the park. Sean was hired to monitor the number of visitors they have per month and analyze the park’s popularity for funding possibilities. Joan was hired to offer assistance and teach residents about the plants and animals they may encounter while at the park.

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Kathy and Joan perform tasks common to the Engineering and Technology pathway and Sean performs tasks common to the Science and Math pathway.
B
Kathy performs tasks common to the Engineering and Technology pathway and Sean and Joan perform tasks common to the Science and Math pathway.
C
Sean performs tasks common to the Engineering and Technology pathway and Kathy and Joan perform tasks common to the Science and Math pathway.
D
Sean and Joan perform tasks common to the Engineering and Technology pathway and Kathy performs tasks common to the Science and Math pathway.
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Which is a key qualification for someone who assembles scientific engineering products?

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research skills for gathering information
B
advanced knowledge of biochemistry
C
physical dexterity and precision
D
persistence in solving problems
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Lisa has been asked to join the famous Jane Goodall Institute on a research project studying chimpanzees in Africa. Which qualifies Lisa for this opportunity?

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She is an Computer Expert who uses a program to gather information, and she can stand for long periods of time.
B
She is an Engineer who has designed new tools to gather information, and she shows steadiness using those tools.
C
She is a Zoologist with proven research skills when it comes to gathering information, and she is in peak physical condition.
D
She is a Biologist who creates and interprets diagrams, and she shows dexterity in the field.
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Which list ranks these jobs in the STEM career cluster based on years of schooling required, from most to least?

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Biochemist → Archivist → Engineering Technician → Civil Engineer
B
Archivist → Biochemist → Civil Engineer → Engineering Technician
C
Biochemist → Archivist → Civil Engineer → Engineering Technician
D
Civil Engineer → Engineering Technician → Biochemist → Archivist
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William is an Architect in charge of designing a new library for a city. Which tasks will he need to perform to ensure the project’s success?

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He will need to locate a proper site, negotiate to buy the site, and communicate with the public about the project.
B
He will need to use a computer software program to design the building, create blueprints, and manage budgets.
C
He will need to ensure that the site does not contain endangered species, conduct soil testing, and coordinate permits.
D
He will need to design the mechanical systems of the building, supervise construction workers, and operate equipment.
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Doreen spends most of her day researching human disease and health. She is most likely a

A
Medical Scientist.
B
Biochemist.
C
Wildlife Biologist.
D
Anthropologist.
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Workplaces for employees in the Engineering and Technology pathway would mostly likely be areas that need to be

A
measured and mapped.
B
researched for wildlife.
C
recorded and preserved.
D
observed and managed.
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Robert is an Astronomer and Jackie is a Political Scientist. Although their professions differ, how are their educational paths similar?

A
After graduating from high school, both first earned bachelor’s degrees and then doctoral degrees.
B
After graduating from high school, both first earned associate degrees and then master’s degrees.
C
After graduating from high school, both first earned master’s degrees and then doctoral degrees.
D
After graduating from high school, both first earned doctoral degrees and then bachelor’s degrees.
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At a high school science fair, Connor won first place for his replica of the Golden Gate Bridge. Connor liked the project so much, he now wants to design bridges as a career. Which will best position Connor to do that?

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earning a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a four-year university, completing an internship, and seeking a job at a private firm
B
earning a doctoral degree in Civil Engineering and seeking a job in the public works department of a state or federal government
C
completing an internship with a state or federal government before earning an associate degree in Civil Engineering from a technical school
D
working at an entry-level job at a private engineering firm before earning a degree in Civil Engineering from a four-year university
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Which tasks are performed by individuals in the Science and Math pathway? Select all that apply. research human behaviordesign and test machinerydevelop scientific theoriesinterpret designs and documentsperform calculations and make predictionsmaintain lab equipment to perform experiments

A
research human behavior
B
design and test machinery
C
develop scientific theories
D
interpret designs and documents
E
perform calculations and make predictions
F
maintain lab equipment to perform experiments
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The chart describes the roles of four employees in the STEM career cluster.

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Linus is a Civil Engineer, Paco is an Atmospheric Scientist, Robin is a Historian, and Lucretia is a Microsystems Engineer.
B
Linus is an Energy Engineer, Paco is an Environmental Scientist, Robin is a Museum Conservator, and Lucretia is a Mechatronics Engineer.
C
Linus is a Photonics Engineer, Paco is a Conservation Scientist, Robin is a Museum Technician, and Lucretia is a Materials Engineer.
D
Linus is a Nanosystems Engineer, Paco is an Activist, Robin is an Anthropologist, and Lucretia is a Robotics Engineer.
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Weather reporters often rely on data compiled by Atmospheric Scientists at the National Weather Service. Who are the Atmospheric Scientists employed by?

A
the federal government
B
television stations
C
online weather sites
D
consulting firms
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Dan is a Civil Engineer for a company that builds nuclear power plants throughout the world. Which best describes the places he works and what he does there?

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at an office analyzing blueprints, and at public meetings where safety regulations are explained
B
at an office creating computer models for power plants, and at sites where the plants are constructed
C
in a laboratory, where he designs power plants, and in a factory where the plants are manufactured
D
in a warehouse, where he orders parts, and at sites where the parts are installed in the power plants
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The table summarizes the education of four applicants for positions in the STEM career cluster.

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Eli can work as an Astronomer, Blake can work as an Agricultural Engineer, Fiona can work as a Mathematician, and Zoey can work as a Conservation Scientist.
B
Eli can work as a Civil Engineer, Blake can work as an Aerospace Engineer, Fiona can work as a Park Naturalist, and Zoey can work as a Materials Scientist.
C
Eli can work as an Electro-Mechanical Technician, Blake can work as a Biochemist, Fiona can work as an Industrial Ecologist, and Zoey can work as an Archivist.
D
Eli can work as an Electronic Engineering Technician, Blake can work as a Museum Conservator, Fiona can work as a Robotics Engineer, and Zoey can work as a Mathematician.
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The chart lists the tasks of four employees.

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Declan and Nora
B
Nora and Micah
C
Micah and Adalyn
D
Adalyn and Declan
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As an Aerospace Engineer, Zack would most likely be employed through

A
the government.
B
a manufacturing company.
C
an energy company.
D
self-employment.

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