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CELPIP Practice Listening: Listening for Information ID: #60704 Medium Choosing Hearing Aids II
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  • You will hear a conversation followed by 6 questions.
  • Listen to each question. You will hear the question only once.
  • Choose the best answer to each question.
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Correct Answer: Her hearing test showed difficulty with certain sounds.

Why this is correct: The woman says she had a hearing test last week. The specialist supplies the result: mild to moderate loss, mostly in higher frequencies. The visit follows that test.

Why the other options are wrong:

  • She wanted to upgrade her mobile phone connection.: Phone connectivity is discussed later but was not the reason for the visit.
  • Her glasses were becoming uncomfortable to wear.: Glasses comfort is mentioned as a factor, but it is not why she came.
  • Her workplace required a medical check.: A workplace requirement for a medical check is not mentioned; the discussion follows her recent hearing test.

Correct Answer: It can be recharged and lasts about a day.

Why this is correct: The specialist says the rechargeable behind-the-ear model lasts about 24 hours on a full charge and comes with a charging case. This recharging feature is specifically linked to the behind-the-ear style.

Why the other options are wrong:

  • It avoids contact with eyeglasses.: The in-the-canal option avoids glasses contact, not the behind-the-ear model.
  • It uses disposable batteries only.: The recommended behind-the-ear version is rechargeable, not disposable-battery-only. The customer says changing tiny batteries is difficult.
  • It fits completely inside the ear canal.: The in-the-canal model fits inside the ear, not the behind-the-ear model.

Correct Answer: The advanced model manages background noise better.

Why this is correct: The specialist says the more advanced model adjusts better in group settings and reduces background noise more effectively. The advanced model handles background noise better than the basic one.

Why the other options are wrong:

  • Only one model works well in libraries.: The provider does not say only one model works in libraries.
  • Both models struggle with group conversations.: The provider does not say both models struggle with group conversations.
  • The basic model is louder in quiet places.: The provider does not say the basic model is louder in quiet places.

Correct Answer: She finds changing small batteries difficult.

Why this is correct: The woman says she is not great at changing tiny batteries. The specialist suggests the rechargeable model specifically because of this. Her difficulty with small batteries is the direct reason.

Why the other options are wrong:

  • It is the least expensive option available.: The rechargeable option costs $1,800 per pair and the other option $3,200. No cheaper third option is given; easier battery handling is the stated reason for the recommendation.
  • It is the smallest style offered.: It is not described as the smallest style.
  • It is the only type covered by MSI.: MSI does not cover hearing aids for adults.

Correct Answer: Some private insurance plans may cover part of the cost.

Why this is correct: The specialist says MSI does not cover hearing aids for adults in Nova Scotia, but some private insurance plans cover part of the cost. The question asks about insurance generally, so the private-insurance answer fits its scope.

Why the other options are wrong:

  • Coverage depends on the clinic location.: The specialist does not make coverage depend on the clinic location.
  • MSI covers the full cost for adults.: The specialist explicitly says MSI does not cover hearing aids for adults.
  • Rechargeable models receive partial funding.: The source does not state a funding rule specific to rechargeable models.

Correct Answer: Schedule an appointment to have the device fitted.

Why this is correct: The specialist says they can book a fitting later this week. The woman says she is leaning toward the basic rechargeable model. Scheduling a fitting appointment is the natural next step.

Why the other options are wrong:

  • Switch to an in-the-canal model immediately.: The customer is leaning toward the basic rechargeable model rather than saying she will switch immediately to an in-the-canal model.
  • Apply for MSI approval.: MSI is described as not covering hearing aids for adults. Seeking MSI approval is not the next step proposed in this conversation.
  • Delay her decision for several months.: She seems ready to proceed, not delay for months.

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