ACT Pre Algebra 1 Questions

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What is the cost of milk per ounce if 2 quarts cost $2.65?

Back

To find the cost per ounce, first convert quarts to ounces: 2 quarts = 32 ounces/quart * 2 quarts = 64 ounces. Then, divide the total cost by the total ounces: $2.65 / 64 ounces = $0.04140625, which rounds to $0.04.

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What is 3.234 multiplied by 0.01?

Back

To multiply by 0.01, move the decimal point two places to the left: 3.234 * 0.01 = 0.03234.

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If Jordan jogs 3.5 miles in 40 minutes, how far will he jog in 60 minutes at the same speed?

Back

First, find the speed: 3.5 miles / 40 minutes = 0.0875 miles/minute. Then, multiply by 60 minutes: 0.0875 miles/minute * 60 minutes = 5.25 miles.

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How many ounces are in 1.5 pounds?

Back

1 pound = 16 ounces, so 1.5 pounds = 1.5 * 16 ounces = 24 ounces.

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What is the equivalent of 4.2 × 10^−5 in decimal form?

Back

4.2 × 10^−5 = 0.000042.

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Define 'unit rate'.

Back

A unit rate is a comparison of two different quantities when they are combined together. It is often expressed as a quantity per one unit of another quantity.

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What is the formula to convert quarts to ounces?

Back

To convert quarts to ounces, multiply the number of quarts by 32 (since 1 quart = 32 ounces).

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How do you calculate the speed of an object?

Back

Speed is calculated by dividing the distance traveled by the time taken: Speed = Distance / Time.

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What is the process to multiply a decimal by a power of ten?

Back

To multiply a decimal by a power of ten, move the decimal point to the right for positive powers and to the left for negative powers.

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What is the relationship between pounds and ounces?

Back

1 pound is equivalent to 16 ounces.