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    Drawing Logical Conclusions: TEAS Practice Question with Answer & Explanation

    An original TEAS 7-style reading practice question, written for nursing-school applicants — with a full breakdown of every answer choice.

    Question

    Read the following passage: "The grizzly bear stood motionless in the rushing current, its eyes fixed on the churning water. With a sudden, explosive movement, it lunged forward, snagging a leaping trout with pinpoint precision. It is truly remarkable how these massive creatures navigate the rugged terrain and harsh elements of the Alaskan panhandle with such grace and efficiency. Watching them, one cannot help but feel a deep appreciation for the delicate balance of the mountain ecosystem." Based on the evidence in the passage, which of the following is the most logical conclusion a reader can draw?

    • A.Grizzly bears primarily hunt salmon during the autumn months.
    • B.The author feels a sense of awe or admiration for the grizzly bear's survival skills.
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    • C.The author is a professional biologist specializing in ursine behavior.
    • D.Grizzly bears are the most dangerous animals in the North American wilderness.

    Correct answer: B. Learn how to draw logical conclusions on the TEAS Reading section by identifying author bias and evidence-based inferences in a passage.

    Understanding Logical Conclusions on the TEAS

    On the TEAS Reading section, drawing a logical conclusion requires you to act like a detective. You must look at the clues (evidence) provided in the text and determine what must be true, even if the author didn't state it explicitly. A valid conclusion will never "overreach"—it stays strictly within the boundaries of the provided information.

    Why Choice B is Correct

    The correct answer is B: The author feels a sense of awe or admiration for the grizzly bear's survival skills.

    We can infer this based on specific word choices (diction) used in the passage:

    • The author calls the bear's movements "remarkable."
    • The author describes the bear as having "pinpoint precision."
    • The author notes the bear moves with "grace and efficiency."
    • The author explicitly mentions feeling a "deep appreciation."

    These subjective, positive descriptors indicate the author's personal perspective and emotional response to the scene.

    Why the Other Options are Incorrect

    • Choice A: While the bear is catching a fish, the passage mentions a "trout," not "salmon." Furthermore, it does not specify that this happens in the "autumn months." Adding details not found in the text is a common trap on the TEAS.
    • Choice C: This is an "overextension." While the author is observant, there is no evidence (such as a job title, mention of credentials, or data collection) to conclude they are a "professional biologist." They could simply be a tourist or a nature writer.
    • Choice D: This is an "extreme" statement. The passage mentions the bear is massive and a skilled hunter, but it never compares the bear's level of danger to other animals like cougars or wolves. Avoid conclusions that use superlatives like "most" or "best" unless the text explicitly supports that comparison.

    TEAS Strategy: The "Proof" Test

    When choosing a conclusion, ask yourself: "Can I underline a specific sentence that proves this?" If you have to say "Well, it's common knowledge that..." or "I assume that...", the answer is likely wrong. The TEAS tests your ability to analyze the provided text, not your outside knowledge of the subject matter.

    Quick study tip: Avoid 'common sense' traps; if the information isn't directly supported by a word or phrase in the passage, it's not the correct conclusion for the TEAS.

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