LASD Mathematics and Numerical Reasoning 3

Question 1

Out of 200 applicants to the LASD, 45% passed the written exam. How many applicants passed?

Accepted Answer

90

Answer

45% × 200 = 0.45 × 200 = 90 applicants passed the written exam.

Question 2

A rectangular holding area measures 30 feet by 18 feet. What is the area of the room in square feet?

Accepted Answer

540 sq ft

Answer

Area = length × width = 30 × 18 = 540 square feet.

Question 3

A deputy drove 130 miles on Monday and 260 miles on Tuesday. If the patrol vehicle gets 26 miles per gallon, how many gallons of fuel were used over the two days?

Accepted Answer

15 gallons

Answer

Total miles = 130 + 260 = 390; 390 ÷ 26 = 15 gallons of fuel.

Question 4

An LASD trainee scored 72, 85, 91, and 78 on four consecutive practice exams. What is the trainee's average score?

Accepted Answer

81.5

Answer

(72 + 85 + 91 + 78) ÷ 4 = 326 ÷ 4 = 81.5.

Question 5

A parking enforcement officer issued 8 tickets per hour for 6 hours, then 5 tickets per hour for 3 additional hours. How many tickets were issued in total?

Accepted Answer

63

Answer

(8 × 6) + (5 × 3) = 48 + 15 = 63 tickets issued in total.

LASD - Los Angeles Sheriff Department Practice Test

LASD - Los Angeles Sheriff Department Practice Test

LASD Mathematics and Numerical Reasoning 3