CBEST Math 5

Question 1

A class of 30 students took a test. If 24 students passed, what percentage of students passed?

Accepted Answer

80%

Answer

24 ÷ 30 = 0.8 = 80%.

Question 2

What is the volume of a rectangular box with length 5 ft, width 4 ft, and height 3 ft?

Accepted Answer

60 ft³

Answer

Volume = length × width × height = 5 × 4 × 3 = 60 ft³.

Question 3

Solve for y: 3y − 7 = 14

Accepted Answer

7

Answer

3y = 14 + 7 = 21; y = 21 ÷ 3 = 7.

Question 4

A number line shows points at −3, 0, 1.5, and −1. Which list correctly orders these from least to greatest?

Accepted Answer

−3, −1, 0, 1.5

Answer

On a number line, −3 < −1 < 0 < 1.5.

Question 5

If 3 pounds of coffee cost $12.60, what is the cost of 7 pounds?

Accepted Answer

$29.40

Answer

Unit price = $12.60 ÷ 3 = $4.20; 7 × $4.20 = $29.40.

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