1/7 Math Lesson: Fixed and Variable Expenses

1/7 Math Lesson: Fixed and Variable Expenses

Multiple Choice

Samantha ate 0.6 of her sandwich during lunch. Which fraction is equivalent to 0.6?

• 4/10

• 4/100

• 6/10

• 6/100

Multiple Choice

The body temperature considered normal is 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit. Martin is running a fever of 101.4 degrees Fahrenheit. How much higher is Martin’s body temperature than the normal body temperature?

• 2.8 degrees F

• 2.4 degrees F

• 3.2 degrees F

• 1.8 degrees F

Multiple Choice

Mr. Harold recently purchased a house. He pays $850 every month to pay back his home loan. He will continue to pay $850 a month until the total cost of the home is paid. Since the payment amount never changes, it is considered –

• variable

• fixed

Multiple Select

Jaquan monthly expenses are listed. Which expenses are fixed?

• Rent: $1,200

• Electricity: $137

• Groceries: $289

• Clothing: $75

• Car payment: $309

Multiple Choice

Mrs. Gerald uses her air conditioning system more in the summer than in the winter. This makes her electricity bill more expensive in the summer. Since the cost of electricity can change, it is considered –

• fixed

• variable

Multiple Select

Jaquan monthly expenses are listed. Which are variable expenses?

• Rent: $1,200

• Electricity: $137

• Groceries: $289

• Clothing: $75

• Car payment: $309

Multiple Choice

Taylor Lawn Service hung holiday lights and decorations at homes and businesses for 3 months to earn revenue during the winter. The table shows the expenses they incurred for the 3 months.

Based on the information in the table, which expenses were variable expenses?

• Labor

• Storage rental

• Replacement bulbs

Multiple Choice

Taylor Lawn Service hung holiday lights and decorations at homes and businesses for 3 months to earn revenue during the winter. The table shows the expenses they incurred for the 3 months.

Based on the information in the table, which expenses were fixed expenses?

• Labor

• LED Lights

• Outdoor extension

• Light clips

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