ACT Math Prep 2

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If xy = 144 and x + y = 30, what is the value of x - y?

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18

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

CCSS.HSA.REI.C.6

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A typical high school student consumes 67.5 pounds of sugar per year. If each track team member lowers their sugar consumption by at least 20%, what is the maximum sugar consumption for each member?

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54 pounds

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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The length of a box is 3 inches less than twice its width. Write the equation for length l in terms of width w.

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l = 2w - 3

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9

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In a construction where point F is equidistant from points D and G, what can be said about the angles ∠DEF and ∠GEF?

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They are equal.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.C.9

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What is the formula for the minimum pump capacity required to pump out a mine that is D feet deep?

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(D^2/25) + 4D - 250 gallons per minute.

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If x + y = 30 and xy = 144, how can you find the values of x and y?

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Use the quadratic equation derived from the two equations.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

CCSS.HSA.REI.C.6

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What is the relationship between the roots of the equation x^2 - (x + y)x + xy = 0?

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The roots are x and y.

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

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How do you calculate a percentage decrease?

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Subtract the new value from the original value, divide by the original value, and multiply by 100.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is the significance of constructing equidistant points in geometry?

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It helps in creating bisectors and understanding symmetry.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.C.9

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How do you express a relationship between two variables in algebra?

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By forming an equation that relates the two variables.

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9