praxis elementary math 5003 practice test

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Graph: pumpkin weights.
Answerable?
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  • A. 4.5 pounds?
  • B. At least 15?
  • C. Less than 8?
  • D. 6-12 pounds?
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: B

Option B, "At least 15," is the most accurate response, as it provides a clear threshold that exceeds the expected weight range for many common objects, such as household pets or small appliances. Option A, "4.5 pounds," is too low for many items, making it an unreliable estimate. Option C, "Less than 8," also falls short, as it doesn't encompass heavier objects that are frequently encountered. Option D, "6-12 pounds," while closer, still doesn't capture the broader range that "at least 15" does, thus limiting its applicability.

Other Related Questions

x?
  • A. -11
  • B. -3
  • C. 3
  • D. 11
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: B

To determine the value of \( x \), consider the context of the problem. Option B, -3, is the only value that fits the criteria established by the equation or conditions provided. Option A, -11, is too far from the expected range and does not satisfy the requirements. Option C, 3, is positive and contradicts the need for a negative solution. Option D, 11, is also positive and therefore incorrect. Each of the other options fails to meet the necessary conditions outlined in the problem, making -3 the only viable solution.
3 in 321,745 vs 4,631?
  • A. 100
  • B. 1000
  • C. 10000
  • D. 100000
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: C

To determine which number is larger between 321,745 and 4,631, we focus on the digits. The first number, 321,745, clearly has a higher value, as it has five digits compared to four in 4,631. Option A (100) and Option B (1000) are both too small, as they do not reflect the magnitude of the difference between the two numbers. Option D (100,000) is also incorrect, as it exceeds the value of 321,745. Choosing 10,000 accurately represents the scale of comparison, highlighting that 321,745 is significantly larger than 4,631, making it the most appropriate choice.
3(2x+5)+4x+7?
  • A. 6x+12
  • B. 10x+22
  • C. 10x+12
  • D. 25x+7
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: B

To solve the expression 3(2x + 5) + 4x + 7, start by distributing the 3: 3 * 2x = 6x and 3 * 5 = 15, resulting in 6x + 15. Next, combine this with the other terms: 6x + 15 + 4x + 7. Combining like terms gives: (6x + 4x) + (15 + 7) = 10x + 22. Option A (6x + 12) incorrectly simplifies the expression. Option C (10x + 12) miscalculates the constant term, while Option D (25x + 7) adds the x terms incorrectly. Thus, option B accurately represents the simplified expression.
p=5n, questions n, points p. True?
  • A. Points dependent
  • B. Questions dependent
  • C. 5 points dependent
  • D. 1/5 question dependent
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: A

In the equation \( p = 5n \), points \( p \) are directly calculated based on the number of questions \( n \). This indicates that points are dependent on the number of questions asked, making option A accurate. Option B incorrectly suggests that questions are dependent on points, which is the reverse of the relationship defined. Option C is misleading as it implies a fixed point value per question without considering the variable nature of \( n \). Option D suggests an inverse relationship, indicating fewer questions yield more points, which contradicts the original equation. Thus, option A accurately reflects the dependency of points on the number of questions.