Read this paragraph. Rico opened his laptop and began his Internet search. He recalled with frustration the "B–” he had earned on his last research paper. His teacher told him that the online encyclopedia he had quoted was "not sufficient research.” Luckily, his librarian had provided a list of reliable research websites for this assignment. Rico reached into his backpack and pulled out his social studies notebook. The assignment sheet read "Departments of the US Government,” and a variety of websites ending in ".gov” were listed on the back.

Which of these predictions is best supported by the information provided?

I think Rico will read an online encyclopedia because he has used that source in the past.
I think Rico will consult a number of websites because his librarian provided a list.
I think Rico will earn a “B–” because his teacher often gives students that grade.
I think Rico will be unable to find information on the Internet because his topic is challenging.

Which statement best paraphrases these sentences from the text

What is the probability of getting a license plate with 123 abc or abc 123?

Part a which statement best describes a central idea in this narrative? in times of tragedy, it is difficult to determine how best to be of service. in times of crisis, people prefer to be alone. young people tend to look to older people to take action in times of tragedy. when people publicly commit to being of service, they are more likely to follow through. part b which detail from the text best to shape the central idea in part a? "'i thought you might have too much going on already. i saw everyone post online.' martin said, 'i don’t think anyone wanted to be in the way today, so i’m glad you came.'" "finally, he said, 'i don’t know what to do. i guess i should tell him to let me know if he needs anything, but that doesn’t feel like enough.'" "he wondered how many people would actually show up to out and how many would simply hope that enough others did." "he explained to her that martin’s mom had died, and told her how he felt about his friend’s loss. 'what do you plan to do for him? ' his mother asked."