ICET Mathematical Ability - Arithmetic 1

Question 1

A shopkeeper buys an article for $240 and sells it at a 25% profit. What is the selling price?

Accepted Answer

$300

Answer

Selling price = 240 × 1.25 = $300.

Question 2

What is the simple interest on $5,000 at 8% per annum for 3 years?

Accepted Answer

$1,200

Answer

SI = (P × R × T)/100 = (5000 × 8 × 3)/100 = $1,200.

Question 3

Two pipes A and B can fill a tank in 12 and 18 hours respectively. How long will they take together?

Accepted Answer

7.2 hours

Answer

Combined rate = 1/12 + 1/18 = 5/36, so time = 36/5 = 7.2 hours.

Question 4

A train travels 360 km in 4 hours. What is its speed in km/h?

Accepted Answer

90

Answer

Speed = Distance ÷ Time = 360 ÷ 4 = 90 km/h.

Question 5

The ratio of two numbers is 3:5 and their sum is 80. What is the larger number?

Accepted Answer

50

Answer

Larger number = (5/8) × 80 = 50.

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