44.In the passage, the word “instrumental” in the final paragraph most closely mean?
(A) Serving as a necessary tool for achieving a goal or purpose
(B) Having a musical or artistic function in education
(C) Providing theoretical knowledge without practical application
(D) Being unimportant or secondary in significance

40.How does the text characterize the ideal implementation of AI in healthcare? (A) As a cost-reduction mechanism for healthcare facilities (B) As a fully automated system that minimizes human intervention (C) As a primary decision-maker in routine medical procedures (D) As a tool that supports medical professionals while preserving human elements

41.What is the primary argument in favor of incorporating humanities into medical education? (A) It helps doctors develop a deeper understanding of human emotions, ethics, and social factors in healthcare. (B) It allows medical students to replace traditional scientific training with artistic and literary studies. (C) It provides entertainment and relaxation for students during their rigorous training. (D) It ensures that all doctors become experts in philosophy, history, and literature.

42.Which of the following topics is NOT discussed in the passage? (A) The historical development and reintegration of medical humanities into medical education (B) The debate over whether humanities should serve a practical or intellectual purpose in medicine (C) The role of medical technology in patient care and diagnosis (D) The ways in which humanities help medical students develop observation and empathy skills

43.What does the passage suggest about the effectiveness of medical humanities in fostering empathy? (A) Studying humanities automatically makes students more empathetic. (B) There is no evidence to support the claim that humanities improve empathy. (C) While humanities can encourage empathy, there is no guarantee it will happen. (D) The humanities focus only on intellectual development, not emotional growth.

45.Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of incorporating humanities into medical education? (A) Enhancing doctors’ ability to observe subtle details in clinical settings (B) Helping medical students develop emotional resilience and manage stress (C) Providing a comprehensive replacement for traditional medical training (D) Encouraging a deeper understanding of patients’ social and emotional needs

46.What is the primary focus of the passage? (A) The history of vaccine development and its impact on global health (B) The decline in public trust in vaccines and the factors contributing to vaccine hesitancy (C) The effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines in preventing deaths worldwide (D) The role of social media in spreading medical misinformation and its impact on vaccine development

47.According to the passage, which of the following factors has contributed to declining trust in vaccines? (A) Misinformation spreading through social media (B) A decrease in the effectiveness of vaccines over time (C) A lack of scientific studies supporting vaccine safety (D) A global shortage of vaccines limiting public access

48.Based on the passage, why might younger adults be more susceptible to vaccine hesitancy? (A) They have lower levels of education than older generations. (B) They have been discouraged from receiving vaccines by government policies. (C) They have fewer health concerns than older adults. (D) They are more likely to rely on social media for health information.

49.In the passage, the phrase “waning immunity” most likely means: (A) An increase in immune system strength over time (B) The gradual loss of protection against infection (C) A sudden and permanent breakdown of the immune system (D) The immediate failure of a vaccine to provide any protection

50.Based on the passage, how much did the percentage of UK adults who believed vaccine risks were hidden increase from 2019 to 2024? (A) 5 percentage points (B) 11 percentage points (C) 19 percentage points (D) 30 percentage points