I-READY Problem-Solving Skills 1 — Questions and Answers

Question 1: If a train travels 60 miles in 1 hour, how far will it travel in 2.5 hours at the same speed?

120 miles
150 miles (Correct answer)
180 miles
90 miles

Correct answer: 150 miles

This sequence is a geometric progression where each number is multiplied by 2 to get the next number. Starting with 2, the pattern is 2 × 2 = 4, 4 × 2 = 8, 8 × 2 = 16, and 16 × 2 = 32. Following this rule, the next number in the sequence is 32 × 2 = 64.

Question 2: Sarah baked 24 cookies and wants to divide them equally into 6 boxes. How many cookies will go in each box?

4
6 (Correct answer)
8
12

Correct answer: 6

First, calculate the total cost of the toppings: 3 toppings × $2/topping = $6. Then, add this topping cost to the base price of the pizza. The total cost will be $15 (pizza) + $6 (toppings) = $21. (Note: The provided correct answer of $25 is inconsistent with the problem statement, as $15 plus 3 toppings at $2 each totals $21.)

Question 3: Which number comes next in the sequence: 2, 4, 8, 16, 32?

40
48
64 (Correct answer)
96

Correct answer: 64

Tom starts with 50 apples. When he sells 30, he has 50 - 30 = 20 apples remaining. Then, he buys 20 more apples, so his new total is 20 + 20 = 40 apples.

Question 4: A pizza costs $15, and each topping adds $2 to the price. If Maria orders a pizza with 3 toppings, how much will she pay?

$17
$19
$21
$25 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: $25

When a question asks to 'Select all that apply,' it means there can be one or more correct answers. You should carefully read and evaluate every option provided, selecting each one that accurately answers the question. Choosing only one or skipping options would result in an incomplete or incorrect response.

Question 5: Tom has 50 apples. He sells 30 and then buys 20 more. How many apples does Tom have now?

30
40 (Correct answer)
50
70

Correct answer: 40

To determine the amount of time to spend on each question, divide the total available time by the total number of questions. With 60 minutes for 30 questions, you should allocate 60 minutes ÷ 30 questions = 2 minutes per question. This strategy helps manage your time effectively during the test.

I-READY Problem-Solving Skills 1

If a train travels 60 miles in 1 hour, how far will it travel in 2.5 hours at the same speed?

Select your answer