PI Numerical Word Problems 2

Question 1

A store sells 3 types of bags priced at $12, $18, and $24. A customer buys 2 of each type. What is the total cost?

Accepted Answer

$108

Answer

$96

Answer

$72

Answer

$84

Question 2

A train travels 240 miles in 4 hours. At the same speed, how long will it take to travel 360 miles?

Accepted Answer

6 hours

Answer

5 hours

Answer

7 hours

Answer

8 hours

Question 3

A recipe calls for 2.5 cups of flour to make 20 cookies. How many cups are needed to make 48 cookies?

Accepted Answer

6 cups

Answer

5 cups

Answer

5.5 cups

Answer

7 cups

Question 4

An employee earns $15 per hour and works 38 hours one week. She also receives a $50 bonus. What is her total pay?

Accepted Answer

$620

Answer

$570

Answer

$600

Answer

$590

Question 5

A tank holds 500 liters. It is currently 35% full. How many more liters are needed to fill it completely?

Accepted Answer

325 liters

Answer

175 liters

Answer

165 liters

Answer

300 liters

Question 6

Three workers can paint a fence in 6 days. How many days would it take 9 workers, assuming the same rate?

Accepted Answer

2 days

Answer

3 days

Answer

4 days

Answer

1 day

Question 7

A laptop originally costs $800 and is discounted by 15%. Sales tax of 8% is applied after the discount. What is the final price?

Accepted Answer

$733.60

Answer

$719.20

Answer

$712.00

Answer

$740.00