ACT WorkKeys-Applied Math Practice 1

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What is the total amount of food needed for 3 kittens over 7 days if each kitten eats 2 cans per day?

Back

42 cans

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If Luis starts with $5.50, spends $3.25 on drinks and $2.00 on a magazine, and then receives $3.50 back, how much money does he have left?

Back

$3.75

Front

How many boxes of tiles are needed to cover a rectangular room of 15½ feet by 18½ feet using tiles that cover 25 square feet per box?

Back

12 boxes

Front

What is the cost of 5 hours and 3 minutes of long-distance calls if the company charges $7.90 per hour, rounding up to the nearest 15 minutes?

Back

$41.48

Front

How much change should be given back if a customer pays $20 for a coffee that costs $3.84?

Back

$16.16

Front

Define 'Applied Math' in the context of real-world problem solving.

Back

Applied Math involves using mathematical methods and techniques to solve practical problems in various fields such as business, engineering, and science.

Front

What is the formula to calculate the area of a rectangle?

Back

Area = length × width.

Front

How do you convert feet to inches?

Back

Multiply the number of feet by 12 (since 1 foot = 12 inches).

Front

What is the significance of rounding numbers in financial calculations?

Back

Rounding helps simplify calculations and ensures that amounts are manageable and understandable, especially in billing and accounting.

Front

Explain the concept of unit price and how it is calculated.

Back

Unit price is the cost per single unit of measure, calculated by dividing the total price by the number of units.