GAT Practice and Application 2

Question 1

A researcher collects data on 200 students' test scores and finds the mean is 75 with a standard deviation of 10. Which score is exactly two standard deviations above the mean?

Accepted Answer

95

Answer

Two standard deviations above the mean = 75 + (2 × 10) = 95.

Question 2

A store offers a 30% discount on an item originally priced at $240. What is the sale price?

Accepted Answer

$168

Answer

30% of $240 is $72, so the sale price is $240 − $72 = $168.

Question 3

Which of the following best demonstrates the application of cause-and-effect reasoning?

Accepted Answer

Explaining how increased CO₂ emissions raise global temperatures

Answer

Cause-and-effect reasoning links an action (CO₂ emissions) to a resulting consequence (temperature rise).

Question 4

A train travels 360 miles in 4.5 hours. What is its average speed in miles per hour?

Accepted Answer

80 mph

Answer

Average speed = distance ÷ time = 360 ÷ 4.5 = 80 mph.

Question 5

When applying a learned concept to a new, unfamiliar situation, which cognitive skill is primarily being used?

Accepted Answer

Transfer

Answer

Transfer is the ability to apply knowledge or skills learned in one context to a new situation.

(GAT) General Achievement Test Practice Test

(GAT) General Achievement Test Practice Test

GAT Practice and Application 2