Numerical Reasoning Flashcards

A report shows that 780 out of 1,200 staff completed mandatory training. What percentage did NOT complete it?

Answer: 35%

(1,200 minus 780) divided by 1,200 multiplied by 100 equals 420/1,200 × 100 = 35%.

If $15,000 is invested at a simple annual interest rate of 6%, what is the total value after 3 years?

Answer: $17,700

Simple interest = $15,000 × 0.06 × 3 = $2,700; total = $15,000 + $2,700 = $17,700.

A department's quarterly budget is $84,000. It has spent $56,700 so far. What percentage of the budget remains?

Answer: 32.5%

($84,000 minus $56,700) = $27,300; $27,300 / $84,000 × 100 = 32.5%.

Exchange rate: 1 USD = 0.92 EUR. A purchase costs €414. How much is that in USD (rounded to the nearest dollar)?

Answer: $450

€414 divided by 0.92 equals $450.

A project starts January 1 and ends June 30 (6 months). By April 30, what percentage of the timeline has elapsed?

Answer: 66.7%

4 months elapsed out of 6 total = 4/6 × 100 ≈ 66.7%.

A table shows field office monthly costs: rent $12,000, utilities $3,500, staff $42,000, supplies $6,800. What is the total monthly cost?

Answer: $64,300

$12,000 + $3,500 + $42,000 + $6,800 = $64,300.

A procurement order lists: 50 units at $12 each, 30 units at $25 each, and 20 units at $8 each. What is the total order value?

Answer: $1,510

(50×$12) + (30×$25) + (20×$8) = $600 + $750 + $160 = $1,510.