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If 22,1/3% of a number n is 938, then n must be?
  • A. 281,400
  • B. 42,000
  • C. 4,960
  • D. 4,200
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: D

To find the number \( n \), we start by converting \( 22 \frac{1}{3} \% \) to a decimal. This percentage equals \( \frac{67}{3} \% \), or \( \frac{67}{300} \) in decimal form. Setting up the equation \( \frac{67}{300} n = 938 \) allows us to solve for \( n \). Multiplying both sides by \( \frac{300}{67} \) gives \( n = 938 \times \frac{300}{67} = 4,200 \). Option A (281,400) is too high, as it would imply a much larger percentage. Option B (42,000) miscalculates the percentage relation. Option C (4,960) is incorrect, as it does not satisfy the equation derived from the percentage calculation.

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If 32% of n is 20.8, what is n?
  • A. 64
  • B. 65
  • C. 66
  • D. 154
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: B

To find \( n \), we start with the equation \( 0.32n = 20.8 \). By dividing both sides by 0.32, we calculate \( n = \frac{20.8}{0.32} \), which simplifies to 65. Option A (64) is incorrect; it underestimates \( n \) by miscalculating the percentage. Option C (66) slightly overestimates \( n \), failing to accurately reflect the relationship between the percentage and the total. Option D (154) is far too high, indicating a misunderstanding of the percentage calculation. Thus, 65 is the only value that satisfies the equation.
The coordinate of pointP on the number line above is x. The value of 10x is between
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  • A. 1 and 4
  • B. 4 and 6
  • C. 6 and 8
  • D. 8 and 12
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: B

To determine the correct range for \(10x\), we first need to assess the implications of each option based on the value of \(x\). - **Option A: 1 and 4** suggests \(0.1 < x < 0.4\). This would yield \(10x\) values less than 4, which is too low. - **Option B: 4 and 6** indicates \(0.4 < x < 0.6\). This range results in \(10x\) values between 4 and 6, aligning perfectly with the requirement. - **Option C: 6 and 8** implies \(0.6 < x < 0.8\). Here, \(10x\) would exceed 6, which is not valid. - **Option D: 8 and 12** indicates \(0.8 < x < 1.2\), leading to values of \(10x\) that exceed 8, thus also incorrect. Therefore, only Option B accurately reflects the condition for \(10x\) being between 4 and 6.
Which of the following is equivalent to 8,1/4?
  • A. 0.0825
  • B. 0.825
  • C. 8.25
  • D. 82.5
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: c

To convert the mixed number 8 1/4 into an improper fraction, first multiply the whole number (8) by the denominator (4), resulting in 32. Then, add the numerator (1) to get 33, making the improper fraction 33/4. When you divide 33 by 4, you get 8.25. Option A (0.0825) is incorrect as it represents a much smaller value. Option B (0.825) is also incorrect, as it is less than 1. Option D (82.5) is incorrect, being ten times larger than the correct value. Thus, 8.25 accurately reflects the original mixed number.
Of the following, which is closest to 17/6 + 6/17 ?
  • A. 1
  • B. 2
  • C. 3
  • D. 23
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: C

To solve 17/6 + 6/17, we first find a common denominator, which is 102. Rewriting the fractions gives us (17*17)/(6*17) + (6*6)/(17*6) = 289/102 + 36/102 = 325/102. Dividing 325 by 102 yields approximately 3.19, which is closest to 3. Option A (1) is too low, as it does not account for the combined value of the fractions. Option B (2) is still below the calculated sum. Option D (23) is excessively high and not feasible given the values involved. Thus, option C (3) is the most accurate approximation.