Basic Math Concepts and Problems

Matt from Mr J presents a challenge to identify three truths and two lies among five statements. The statements involve comparing ounces to pounds, calculating half of 350, solving a division equation, understanding the sum of angles in a triangle, and determining if 33 is a prime number.

Which is greater: 48 ounces or 3 pounds?

• They are equal

• 48 ounces

• Cannot be determined

• 3 pounds

What is half of 350?

• 150

• 160

• 175

• 180

If x divided by 3 equals 34, what is the value of x?

• 104

• 102

• 100

• 106

What is the sum of the angles in any triangle?

• 360 degrees

• 270 degrees

• 180 degrees

• 90 degrees

Is 33 a prime number?

• Only if it is even

• Only if it is odd

• No

• Yes