Question

astronaut requirements update
astronaut requirements have changed with nasa’s
goals. the best way to apply for the astronaut program
is to have a pilot’s license and engineering experience;
however, there are now other ways to become an
astronaut.

to become an astronaut, you must meet the following
criteria:

1. have a bachelor’s degree in a specific discipline of

science or math.

1. have at least three years of related professional

experience after college or at least 1,000 hours as a pilot
of a jet.

1. be able to pass the nasa astronaut physical.
2. have 20/20 visual acuity for each eye. the use of

glasses is acceptable.
you work for nasa and receive this memo about the
updated astronaut application requirements. as it is used
in the memo, the word criteria means:

○ the applicant’s family background.
○ goals the applicant has for the future.
○ the applicant’s attitude about the application process.
○ standards on which the selection will be made.
○ formal applications submitted to the program.

Explanation:

The memo lists items (like degree, experience, physical, visual acuity) that are standards for selecting astronauts. "Criteria" here refers to the standards used to make the selection. The other options (family background, applicant's goals, attitude, applications) don't match the context of requirements for selection.

Answer:

D. standards on which the selection will be made.