Kaplan Nursing Entrance Practice Exam

Which term refers to moving slowly?

1. Creep

2. Leverage

3. Viscous

4. Benefactor

The correct answer is: Creep

The term that refers to moving slowly is "creep." This word is often used to describe a gradual, slow movement or progression. In different contexts, "creep" can apply to both physical motion and metaphorical scenarios, such as advancements in technology or societal changes that occur over extended periods. In contrast, the other terms do not convey the same meaning. "Leverage" relates to using a resource to gain a strategic advantage, typically in contexts such as finance or negotiation. "Viscous" describes a fluid's resistance to flow, indicating thickness or stickiness but not movement directly. "Benefactor" refers to a person who gives financial or other support to a person or cause, which does not relate to the idea of movement. Therefore, "creep" is the most appropriate term for describing slow movement.