Question

read the passage from \physicians and surgeons.\
education
most applicants to medical school have at least a bachelor’s degree, and many have advanced degrees. although no specific major is required, all students must complete undergraduate work in biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, and english. students also take courses in the humanities and social sciences. some students volunteer at local hospitals or clinics to gain experience in a healthcare setting.
lorena wants to become a surgeon. based on the passage, what is the best procedure for her to follow in high school to help her get into a college with a pre-med bachelor’s degree program?
○ she should take science courses and do extracurricular science activities.
○ she should study a variety of disciplines and do healthcare volunteer work.
○ she should round out her schedule by adding several liberal arts classes.
○ she should obtain a job working in the healthcare

Explanation:

To determine the best procedure, we analyze the passage. It states that pre - med students need to complete undergraduate work in biology, chemistry, physics, math, and English, and some volunteer in healthcare settings.

• Option 1: Taking science courses and extracurricular science activities aligns with the need for science - related preparation (biology, chemistry, physics, math are sciences) and the idea of getting involved in science - related experiences, which is in line with the passage's emphasis on science - based undergraduate work and relevant activities.
• Option 2: Studying a variety of disciplines is too broad. The passage emphasizes specific science and related courses, not just any variety of disciplines.
• Option 3: Adding liberal arts classes is not the main focus of pre - med preparation as per the passage, which focuses on science and healthcare - related experience.
• Option 4: Getting a job in healthcare in high school is not mentioned as a requirement. The passage mentions volunteering, not necessarily getting a job.

Answer:

She should take science courses and do extracurricular science activities.