APT APT Mathematics and Quantitative Reasoning 2

Question 1

A soldier earns $2,400 per month. If 20% is withheld for taxes and benefits, what is the take-home pay?

Accepted Answer

$1,920

Answer

20% withheld = $480; take-home = $2,400 − $480 = $1,920.

Question 2

If a military vehicle travels at 45 mph, how far will it travel in 2.5 hours?

Accepted Answer

112.5 miles

Answer

Distance = speed × time = 45 × 2.5 = 112.5 miles.

Question 3

A unit of 120 soldiers is split into squads of 8. How many squads are formed?

Accepted Answer

15

Answer

120 ÷ 8 = 15 squads.

Question 4

Which number is NOT a prime number?

Accepted Answer

21

Answer

21 = 3 × 7, so it is not a prime number.

Question 5

A field measures 450 meters by 300 meters. What is its area in square meters?

Accepted Answer

135,000 m²

Answer

Area = length × width = 450 × 300 = 135,000 m².

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