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Which RMIT Vietnam Library database offers free access to online courses and skill-building videos for students?

Answer explanation

RMIT Vietnam Library provides free access to LinkedIn Learning, allowing students to explore a wide range of online courses on business, technology, and creative skills without any additional cost.

What is this area and on which floor is it in SGS Campus located?

• Silent Study Area - Level 4

• Library Study Room

  1.3.31

• Printing Area

• Oversized Book Shelves

What does the term “peer-reviewed journal” mean, and why is it important for academic research?

• A journal that publishes articles written by students and reviewed by their classmates. 

• A publication where articles are reviewed by experts in the field before being published, ensuring credibility, accuracy, and quality.

• A journal that is freely available online for anyone to read without restrictions.

• A publication that only includes articles written by professors.

What does letter O in “SWOT” stand for?

Strengths , Weaknesses , ...................... , Threats 

Answer explanation

SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) analysis is a framework used to evaluate a company's competitive position and to develop strategic planning.

SWOT analysis assesses internal and external factors, as well as current and future potential.

What is the most popular sport among Vietnamese people in 2021?

• Football

• Badminton

• Swimming

• Volleyball

Answer explanation

According to Statista 2024, football is the most popular sport among Vietnamese respondents aged 13 to 65, with 56% of respondents indicating their preference.

What is the first element in the periodic table?

• Hydrogen 

• Oxygen

• Carbon

• Helium

Answer explanation

Hydrogen is the first element of the periodic table as its atomic number is one, which means it has only one electron in its atom and thus only one electron is present in its outermost shell.

What are the two words missing in this RMIT Motto: 

“a skilled ....................., a cultivated ......................” 

• Hand, mind

• Head, brain

• Arm, mind

• Hand, brain

Answer explanation

The RMIT motto is reflecting the university's focus on combining practical skills with intellectual development. This motto emphasizes the importance of balancing hands-on expertise with critical thinking and knowledge, embodying RMIT's commitment to holistic education.

Which database provides journal ranking? 

• ProQuest Central

• Scopus 

• Web of Science

Answer explanation

Scopus provides journal rankings using metrics like CiteScore and SJR, helping researchers assess the quality and impact of journals. It’s a key tool for academic and research evaluation.

Which ONE is not a scholarly source? 

• Books 

• Journal articles 

• Reports 

• Newspapers

Answer explanation

Newspapers are not considered scholarly sources because they provide general information, news, or opinions rather than peer-reviewed, research-based content. Scholarly sources, like books, journal articles, and reports, are typically written by experts and undergo rigorous review processes.

The Amazon River is the longest river in the world

• TRUE

• FALSE

Answer explanation

Currently, the Nile is commonly considered the longest