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

2×$12 + 2×$18 + 2×$24 = $24 + $36 + $48 = $108.

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

Speed = 240÷4 = 60 mph; time = 360÷60 = 6 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

Rate = 2.5÷20 = 0.125 cups per cookie; 0.125×48 = 6 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

15×38 = $570; $570 + $50 = $620.

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

35% of 500 = 175 liters already in tank; 500 − 175 = 325 liters needed.

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