Soal Bahasa Inggris SMA: Analisis

394 soal dengan pembahasan. Klik soal untuk melihat kunci jawaban dan cara mengerjakannya.

261.
Read the following passage and answer the question. A recent study compared the academic performance of students who attended schools with later start times (after 8:30 AM) to those with earlier start times (before 7:30 AM). The study found that students in later-start schools had significantly higher grades and lower absenteeism. However, the study also noted that later-start schools were more likely to be in affluent neighborhoods with better resources. Which of the following is the most significant limitation of this study?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
262.
Read the following text and answer the question. The concept of 'sustainable development' was popularized by the Brundtland Report in 1987, which defined it as 'development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.' Since then, the concept has been widely adopted, but critics argue that it is often used to justify economic growth at the expense of environmental protection. Which of the following best describes the critics' concern about sustainable development?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
263.
Analyze the following statement: "If a country increases its investment in renewable energy, then it will reduce its carbon emissions. Country X has reduced its carbon emissions. Therefore, Country X must have increased its investment in renewable energy." Which of the following logical fallacies is committed in this argument?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
264.
Read the following passage and answer the question. In a study on the effects of sleep on memory, participants were divided into two groups: one group slept for 8 hours, while the other group was sleep-deprived. Both groups were then tested on a memory task. The sleep-deprived group performed significantly worse. However, the study also found that the sleep-deprived group had higher levels of stress before the test. Which of the following is the most appropriate conclusion from this study?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
265.
Analyze the following argument: "All mammals are warm-blooded. Whales are mammals. Therefore, whales are warm-blooded." This argument is an example of:
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
266.
Read the following text and answer the question. The 'tragedy of the commons' is an economic theory that describes a situation where individuals, acting independently and rationally according to their own self-interest, behave contrary to the best interests of the whole group by depleting a shared resource. This concept is often used to explain overfishing, overgrazing, and environmental degradation. Which of the following best illustrates the tragedy of the commons?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
267.
Analyze the following statement: "If it rains, the ground gets wet. The ground is wet. Therefore, it rained." Which of the following is true about this argument?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
268.
Read the following passage and answer the question. A study found that students who ate breakfast scored higher on math tests than those who skipped breakfast. However, the study also found that students who ate breakfast were more likely to come from families with higher incomes, which could provide additional academic support. Which of the following is the most appropriate interpretation of the study's findings?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
269.
Analyze the following argument: "We should not trust the results of this scientific study because the lead researcher has a history of fraud." Which of the following logical fallacies is committed in this argument?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
270.
Read the following text and answer the question. The 'butterfly effect' is a concept in chaos theory that suggests that small changes in one part of a complex system can have large, unpredictable effects elsewhere. For example, the flap of a butterfly's wings in Brazil could theoretically set off a tornado in Texas. Which of the following best illustrates the butterfly effect?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
271.
Analyze the following data: A survey of 1000 people found that 70% of those who exercise regularly also eat a healthy diet, while only 30% of those who do not exercise regularly eat a healthy diet. Which of the following can be concluded?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
272.
Read the following passage and answer the question. In a debate about school uniforms, one side argues that uniforms promote equality among students by reducing visible differences in clothing. The other side argues that uniforms restrict students' freedom of expression and do not necessarily improve academic performance. Which of the following statements is an assumption made by the side supporting uniforms?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
273.
Analyze the following statement: "If we increase the minimum wage, then unemployment will rise. Therefore, we should not increase the minimum wage." Which of the following is an unstated assumption in this argument?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
274.
Read the following text and answer the question. The 'Prisoner's Dilemma' is a scenario in game theory where two rational individuals might not cooperate, even if it appears that it is in their best interest to do so. This is because each prisoner has an incentive to betray the other to get a reduced sentence, but if both betray, they both get longer sentences than if they had cooperated. Which of the following real-life situations best exemplifies the Prisoner's Dilemma?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
275.
Analyze the following argument: "We should not allow students to use smartphones in class because it distracts them from learning. In a survey, 80% of teachers said that smartphones are a major distraction. Therefore, smartphones should be banned in all schools." Which of the following assumptions is necessary for this argument to be valid?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
276.
Read the following passage and answer the question. In a study on the effects of social media on teenagers, researchers found that adolescents who spent more than three hours per day on social media were 60% more likely to report high levels of anxiety than those who spent less than one hour. However, the study also noted that teenagers who engaged in physical activities for at least one hour per day had lower anxiety levels regardless of their social media usage. The researchers concluded that while excessive social media use is correlated with increased anxiety, regular physical activity may mitigate this effect. Which of the following statements is best supported by the passage?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
277.
Analyze the following argument: "All students who study diligently will pass the exam. Some students who pass the exam do not study diligently. Therefore, some students who do not study diligently will pass the exam." Which of the following best evaluates the logical validity of this argument?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
278.
Read the following text and answer the question. In many developing countries, the rapid growth of urban populations has led to increased demand for housing. As a result, informal settlements have expanded, often lacking basic services such as clean water and sanitation. Governments have attempted to address this issue through various policies, including public housing projects and slum upgrading programs. However, these efforts are often hampered by limited budgets and bureaucratic inefficiencies. Which of the following can be inferred about the effectiveness of government policies in addressing housing issues in developing countries?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
279.
Analyze the following data from a survey: A survey of 500 employees found that 60% of those who received regular feedback reported high job satisfaction, while only 30% of those who did not receive regular feedback reported high job satisfaction. However, the survey also revealed that employees who received regular feedback were more likely to have supportive managers. Which of the following is the most reasonable conclusion from this data?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ
280.
Read the following excerpt from a literary analysis: In George Orwell's 'Animal Farm', the character Boxer the horse represents the working class. His motto, 'I will work harder,' reflects the exploitation of laborers who are led to believe that their efforts will lead to a better future, while the ruling class (the pigs) benefits from their labor. Boxer's eventual demise, sold to the knacker, symbolizes the betrayal of the working class by those in power. Which of the following best describes the analytical approach used in this excerpt?
Kesulitan 3/5 · MCQ