EIAT Percentages and Word Problems 5

Question 1

An elevator pit is 4 feet deep and must be increased to 5.5 feet. What is the percentage increase in pit depth?

Accepted Answer

37.5%

Answer

(5.5 − 4) ÷ 4 × 100 = 1.5 ÷ 4 × 100 = 37.5%.

Question 2

A parts invoice shows: bearings $240, cable $580, controller $1,200. The company pays 65% and the customer pays the rest. How much does the customer pay?

Accepted Answer

$707.00

Answer

Total = $2,020; customer pays 35% = 0.35 × $2,020 = $707.00.

Question 3

A 3-phase motor draws 18 amps normally but surges to 27 amps at startup. What is the percentage increase during startup?

Accepted Answer

50%

Answer

(27 − 18) ÷ 18 × 100 = 9 ÷ 18 × 100 = 50%.

Question 4

A contract earns a 3% commission on a $94,000 installation. What is the commission amount?

Accepted Answer

$2,820

Answer

3% of $94,000 = 0.03 × $94,000 = $2,820.

Question 5

A technician works 40 regular hours and 6 overtime hours. Overtime is paid at 1.5× regular rate of $36/hr. What is total gross pay for the week?

Accepted Answer

$1,764

Answer

Regular: 40 × $36 = $1,440; Overtime: 6 × $54 = $324; Total: $1,440 + $324 = $1,764.

EIAT - Elevator Industry Aptitude Test Practice Test

EIAT - Elevator Industry Aptitude Test Practice Test

EIAT Percentages and Word Problems 5