Arithmetic Reasoning Practice Question Answers
1. The correct answer is "c" or 7 quarters. All together you will need $1.75 to make the required purchases, or 7 quarters.
2. The correct answer to this one is "c." Simply add up the value of the stolen items. Watch 375.00 + ruby pendant 850.00 + cash 200.00 = $1425.00
3. The Saturday price for adults is 8 dollars per person. For children under 12, it's 4 dollars per person. For three children, the cost is 12 dollars; for 2 adults, the cost is 16 dollars. Adding 12 to 16, the answer is $28.00 for the cost of admission. The correct answer is choice "b."
4. Figure the weekday cost for adults by multiplying 2 x 9 (= 18) and for children by multiplying 3 x 5 (= 15). The total is $33.00. Now determine the cost of the matinee for adults by multiplying 2 x 8 (= 16) and for children by multiplying 3 x 4 (= 12). The total is $28.00. As the final step, subtract $28.00 from $33.00. The cost difference is a $5.00 savings for attending the matinee. Therefore, the correct answer is "b."
5. The matinee cost for an adult is $8. The weekday cost for a child is $5. There is a $3 cost difference. The correct answer is "c."
6. Since the unit factor of $160.00 contains a decimal point, it is better to convert the 20 percent into a decimal figure, too. The 20 percent converted to a decimal number is written .20 x $160.00 or $32.00. She saves $32.00. However, the question asks what price the woman paid for the clothing after the discount is applied. Therefore, you must subtract $32.00 from 160.00. Choice "d" is the correct answer. $160.00 - $32.00 = $128.00 Total price paid.