MSAP Numerical Reasoning 3

Question 1

A student scored 68, 74, 81, and 79 on four tests. What score is needed on a fifth test to achieve an average of 76?

Accepted Answer

78

Answer

74

Answer

76

Answer

80

Question 2

An investment of $5,000 earns 4% simple interest per year. What is the total value after 3 years?

Accepted Answer

$5,600

Answer

$5,800

Answer

$6,000

Answer

$5,500

Question 3

A store sells 3 items for $7.50. How much would 2 items cost at the same unit rate?

Accepted Answer

$5.00

Answer

$4.50

Answer

$5.50

Answer

$6.00

Question 4

A population of 20,000 grows by 5% in one year. What is the population after one year?

Accepted Answer

21,000

Answer

20,500

Answer

21,500

Answer

22,000

Question 5

A box contains 12 red, 8 blue, and 5 green marbles. What fraction of the marbles are blue?

Accepted Answer

8/25

Answer

4/13

Answer

8/20

Answer

2/5

Question 6

A 6% sales tax is added to a $45 purchase. What is the total cost?

Accepted Answer

$47.70

Answer

$47.50

Answer

$48.00

Answer

$47.90

Question 7

A cyclist travels at 15 mph for 2 hours, then at 12 mph for 1.5 hours. What is the total distance covered?

Accepted Answer

48 miles

Answer

42 miles

Answer

45 miles

Answer

51 miles