Based on the passage, what is the primary motivation behind the merger of the GCE Advanced Level and Technical Level qualifications into the Advanced British Standard (ABS)?

• To reduce the number of subjects students have to study

• To prioritize technical skills over academic knowledge

• To ensure equal emphasis on both academic and technical subjects

• To make the qualification more challenging for students

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What can be inferred about the Singapore Management University's (SMU) approach to preparing students for the workforce?

• SMU focuses solely on academic curriculum

• SMU relies on industry partnerships for education

• SMU integrates career planning and coaching into its curriculum

• SMU offers a limited number of career-related courses

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What does the passage suggest about the role of work attachments and internships in education?

• They are optional and not commonly integrated into curricula

• They are limited to specific universities, such as SIT

• They are increasingly becoming a common feature in education

• They are primarily focused on theoretical learning

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Why does the passage argue that academic qualifications alone are no longer sufficient in the workforce?

• Due to a lack of available academic programs

• Because of the declining importance of education

• Owing to the rapid evolution of the global economy and technology

• As a result of employers' preference for technical skills only

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What inference can be drawn about the author's stance on the current state of education and workforce preparation in Singapore?

• The author is pessimistic about the progress being made

• The author is neutral and provides facts without expressing a stance

• The author is optimistic and believes that positive changes are happening

• The author is critical of the government's initiatives

Answer explanation

The passage ends with the author expressing optimism, stating, "We are almost there." This suggests a positive outlook on the changes happening in education and workforce preparation.

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