What is the main reason for taking this formula?

Read the set of directions below to answer the questions.

This formula is for people with deficiencies and anemic conditions. It aids in the body absorption of vital

minerals such as iron, calcium, zinc, potassium, and sulfur. Take the following ingredients: Parsley root,

Comfrey root, Yellow dock, Watercress, Nettles, Kelp Irish moss. Simmer slowly equal parts of these herbs

with four ounces to a half-quart of water. Continue to simmer slowly until the volume of liquid is reduced by

half.

Strain, reserve the liquid, and cover the herbs with water once more. Then simmer again for 10 minutes.

Strain and combine the two liquids.

Cook the liquid down until the volume is reduced by half. Add an equal amount of blackstrap molasses.

Take one tablespoon four to five times daily, not exceeding four tablespoons in a 24-hour period.

A. to increase the absorption of minerals

B. to reduce the absorption of minerals

C. to get rid of unnecessary minerals

D. to serve as a mineral supplement

On what day was flooding most likely the greatest concern?

A. seventh

B. sixth

C. fifth

D. first

What is the topic of the passage?

"The $100 Bill" Samantha pedaled quickly, glancing down at her watch as often as her balance would allow. The clock's face read 10:57, sending a spike of panic shooting up her spine. She bent further over her bike, willing her legs to go faster. She screeched to a stop in front of a large restaurant bearing a bright blue, neon sign, her ears ringing, sweat breaking out on her skin. She hurriedly locked her bike to the lone pole positioned in front of the building, before pushing her way through the heavy glass front doors. "You're late." Samantha stopped short, turning to face her boss. She was greeted with a stern face, her boss' lips a thin line. She shook her head in apology. "I'm sorry, Paul. My bike's tires were flat, and I forgot my I.D. badge, so I had to turn back ?"Paul held up his hand, cutting her off. "Just don't let it happen again." Samantha threw her hair into a ponytail, hoping her shift would prove more successful as the day wore on. She nearly ran to her first table of the day, plastered a smile on her face, and greeted her first customers of the day. She responded to their questions politely, though her mind was still occupied by Paul's disappointed expression as she ran in the door. Despite her initial mistakes, Samantha worked hard to remain chipper and upbeat, answering her customers' questions to the best of her ability, forcing herself to smile when her eyes began to glaze over with tears. As her first customers left, she caught the eye of the elderly gentleman with the group. He winked, and walked through the doors. Confused, Samantha began to gather the dishes from the table and there, staring up at her, was a crisp $100 bill. She let a tear roll down her cheek. Her day had just gotten better.

A. the presence of generosity in society

B. Samantha's workday failures and successes

C. the relationship between Paul and Samantha

D. the difficulties of using a bike as one's sole source of transportation

What is Sarah's primary goal in having Christmas at her parents' house?

Andrew, This year, Mom and Dad will be traveling to Hawaii for Christmas. Dylan and I hoped we could still get together at the house for the sake of maintaining tradition for our kids. If you and Susan don't mind, we'd like to arrive two days before Christmas, as always, and uphold our typical schedules. Because Mom and Dad won't be here, we'll need help making Christmas dinner and desserts, and will also need help decorating the house for Christmas. Could you bring lights and ornaments? We will be providing the tree. Finally, we need help transporting all of our presents and decorations this year. Would you mind storing some of our decorations in your car for the drive to Mom and Dad's? Let me know! -Sarah

A. upholding family traditions

B. spending Christmas with Andrew

C. traveling for Christmas

D. visiting Hawaii with her parents

Emily is searching for a bag for her granddaughter. Her granddaughter is bookish in nature, and is notoriously difficult to shop for.

Black Messenger Bag Purse Size: Large Purse Cost: $30 Purse Durability: Extremely Durable

Mustard Yellow Cross-Body Purse Purse Size: Medium Purse Cost: $14.99 Purse Durability: Medium Durability

Studded Clutch Purse Size: Mini Purse Cost: $65 Purse Durability: Delicate

Which of the purses might best suit Emily's granddaughter?

A. the studded clutch

B. the black messenger bag

C. the cross-body bag

D. None of these bags suits Emily's needs.

According to the trends shown by the data on the graph, on which of the following items is California most likely to spend the most money in 2017?

A. state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment in major community hospitals

B. specialized programs for learning-impaired students in the public-school system

C. assistance programs for low-income residents of California D. new rail systems that will allow more California residents to travel without the use of a car

As the best-informed and most dispassionate of the panel members, Dr. Camila Torrez was the most ?of those offering views on fission technology.

A. unsuspecting

B. preposterous

C. persuasive

D. confusing

E. temperamental

People, being prisoners of __________, have made failing a basic metaphor for failure, from the fall of the stock market to the fall of government.

A. politics

B. gravity

C. greed

D. turbulence

E. emotion

He makes his attack with a massive display of scholarship but no great __________; all to often the __________ rather than the rapier is his chosen weapon.

A. pedantry; bomb

B. elaboration; axe

C. emphasis; pen

D. discrimination; dart

E. subtlety; bludgeon

Freedom for Hanson meant experiencing __________ previously __________; once unable to do more than peer over prison walls, he could now wander wherever he pleased.

A. a visibility; unexpected

B. an incarceration; unknown

C. isolation; threatening

D. notoriety; inconceivable

E. mobility; unattainable