Work Keys Applied Math (level 3-5 prep) 1

Front

What is the formula to convert inches to millimeters?

Back

To convert inches to millimeters, multiply the number of inches by 25.4.

Front

If the front tires of a car are 10.04 inches wide, how wide are the rear tires if they are 3.94 inches wider?

Back

The rear tires are 10.04 + 3.94 = 13.98 inches wide. To convert to millimeters: 13.98 * 25.4 = 355 mm.

Front

What is the difference in temperature if Monday's low was -6°C and Tuesday's low was 5°C?

Back

The difference in temperature is |5 - (-6)| = 5 + 6 = 11°C.

Front

How many eggs are in 20 cases if each case contains 12 eggs?

Back

Total eggs = 20 cases * 12 eggs/case = 240 eggs.

Front

If 15 boxes contain 8 bulbs each, how many bulbs are there in total before any are damaged?

Back

Total bulbs = 15 boxes * 8 bulbs/box = 120 bulbs.

Front

If 11 out of 120 bulbs are damaged, how many undamaged bulbs are there?

Back

Undamaged bulbs = 120 - 11 = 109 bulbs.

Front

What is the decimal equivalent of the fraction \(\frac{3}{4}\)?

Back

The decimal equivalent of \(\frac{3}{4}\) is 0.75.

Front

How do you calculate the total number of items when given the number of cases and items per case?

Back

Total items = Number of cases * Items per case.

Front

What is the absolute value of a number?

Back

The absolute value of a number is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction.

Front

How do you find the difference between two temperatures?

Back

To find the difference, subtract the lower temperature from the higher temperature.