Which term denotes the size or mass of something?

• A. Benefit
• B. Boon
• C. Bulk
• D. Bureaucracy

Answer: (C)

This item tests your grasp of vocabulary for physical size and mass. Bulk is the word that denotes the overall size or mass of something, especially when referring to something large, heavy, or bulky. It captures the notion of how much space something takes up or how heavy it is, as in talking about the bulk of a shipment or buying in bulk.

The other terms don’t fit because they relate to benefits or systems rather than physical dimensions: a benefit is a positive result or advantage, a boon is a welcome advantage, and bureaucracy refers to an administrative system with many rules and officials.