Topic 2 Review Questions

Front

What is the formula to calculate total earnings based on hourly wage and hours worked?

Back

Total Earnings = Hourly Wage × Hours Worked

Front

If 4 apples cost $2.40, how do you find the cost of 1 apple?

Back

Cost of 1 apple = Total Cost / Number of Apples = $2.40 / 4 = $0.60

Front

What is a proportion?

Back

A proportion is an equation that states that two ratios are equal.

Front

How do you calculate speed?

Back

Speed = Distance / Time

Front

What is the reading rate?

Back

Reading rate is the number of pages read per unit of time, usually expressed in pages per minute.

Front

If Maria makes $15 an hour for babysitting, how much does she make for 5 hours?

Back

$75

Front

How much do 6 apples cost if 4 apples sell for $2.40?

Back

$3.60

Front

Solve the proportion: 3/4 = x/12. What is x?

Back

x = 9 (Cross-multiply and solve for x).

Front

If Christina biked 36 miles in 6 hours, what is her speed in miles per hour?

Back

6 mph (36 miles / 6 hours).

Front

Which is the slowest reading rate: 3 pages in 9 minutes, 4 pages in 10 minutes, 5 pages in 13 minutes, or 7 pages in 20 minutes?

Back

3 pages in 9 minutes.