Firefighter Math 2

Question 1

A fire truck travels 45 miles in 30 minutes responding to a call. What is its average speed in miles per hour?

Accepted Answer

90 mph

Answer

45 miles in 0.5 hours equals 90 mph.

Question 2

A hose discharges 250 gallons per minute. How many gallons flow in 4 minutes?

Accepted Answer

1,000 gallons

Answer

250 multiplied by 4 equals 1,000 gallons.

Question 3

If 3/4 of a 2,000-gallon tank is full, how many gallons does it contain?

Accepted Answer

1,500 gallons

Answer

Three-quarters of 2,000 is 1,500 gallons.

Question 4

A ladder is 24 feet long. What is 1/3 of its length?

Accepted Answer

8 feet

Answer

24 divided by 3 equals 8 feet.

Question 5

A firefighter's gear weighs 45 lbs and an air tank adds 25 lbs. What is the total weight carried?

Accepted Answer

70 lbs

Answer

45 plus 25 equals 70 lbs.

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