ACT WorkKeys-Applied Math Practice 1

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What is the total amount of food needed for 3 kittens over 7 days if each kitten eats 2 cans per day?

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42 cans

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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If Luis starts with $5.50, spends $3.25 on drinks and $2.00 on a magazine, and then receives $3.50 back, how much money does he have left?

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$3.75

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CCSS.7.NS.A.3

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How many boxes of tiles are needed to cover a rectangular room of 15½ feet by 18½ feet using tiles that cover 25 square feet per box?

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12 boxes

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CCSS.3.MD.C.7B

CCSS.4.MD.A.3

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What is the cost of 5 hours and 3 minutes of long-distance calls if the company charges $7.90 per hour, rounding up to the nearest 15 minutes?

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$41.48

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CCSS.7.EE.B.3

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How much change should be given back if a customer pays $20 for a coffee that costs $3.84?

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$16.16

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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Define 'Applied Math' in the context of real-world problem solving.

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Applied Math involves using mathematical methods and techniques to solve practical problems in various fields such as business, engineering, and science.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is the formula to calculate the area of a rectangle?

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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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How do you convert feet to inches?

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Multiply the number of feet by 12 (since 1 foot = 12 inches).

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CCSS.4.MD.A.1

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What is the significance of rounding numbers in financial calculations?

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Rounding helps simplify calculations and ensures that amounts are manageable and understandable, especially in billing and accounting.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.4

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Explain the concept of unit price and how it is calculated.

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Unit price is the cost per single unit of measure, calculated by dividing the total price by the number of units.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2