ACT WorkKeys-Applied Math Practice 1

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What is the formula to calculate the number of standing passengers on a bus?

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Number of standing passengers = (Total passengers - Number of seats) + New passengers - Passengers that got off.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.1

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How do you calculate the area of a rectangular room?

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Area = Length × Width.

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CCSS.3.MD.C.7B

CCSS.4.MD.A.3

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What is the conversion factor between square feet and square inches?

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1 square foot = 144 square inches.

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CCSS.4.MD.A.1

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How do you determine the number of boxes of tiles needed for a flooring project?

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Number of boxes = Total area to cover / Area covered by one box of tiles.

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CCSS.3.MD.A.2

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What percentage of a total can be calculated using the formula?

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Percentage = (Part / Whole) × 100.

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How do you calculate the change to give back to a customer?

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Change = Amount given - Cost of the item.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What is the formula for calculating the average of a set of numbers?

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Average = (Sum of all values) / (Number of values).

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CCSS.6.SP.B.5C

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If a customer pays with a bill larger than the cost of an item, how do you find the change?

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Subtract the cost of the item from the amount given.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What is the significance of understanding percentages in real-life applications?

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Percentages help in making sense of proportions, discounts, and statistical data.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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How do you convert feet to inches?

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Multiply the number of feet by 12.

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CCSS.2.MD.A.2