Police Math Entrance Exam

Question 1

Stonebridge Police Department covers 465.4 square miles and has a population of approximately 1.5 million people as of 2020.
How many people live in Stonebridge Police Department's 12 square miles on average?

Accepted Answer

36,676

Answer

51,221

Answer

39,501

Answer

46,745

Question 2

The odometer on a squad car shows that the officer has driven 1,478 miles in the last 12 days. How many miles are covered in 5 days on average?

Accepted Answer

Answer

502 miles

Answer

445 miles

Question 3

A theft victim was fortunate to have 40% of her stolen money returned. How much was stolen from him if he received $60?

Accepted Answer

$150

Answer

$90

Answer

$120

Answer

$180

Question 4

Burglars broke into an electronics store and stole 30 global navigation systems valued at $6,750. How much does each navigation system cost on average?

Accepted Answer

$225

Answer

$415

Answer

$150

Answer

$320

Question 5

You are required to arrive as quickly as you can at the crime scene. Distance from the crime scene: 10.5 miles. You'll be able to travel at a speed of 45 miles per hour on average. How long will it take you to arrive at the scene, roughly?

Accepted Answer

14 minutes

Answer

20 minutes

Answer

10 minutes

Answer

7 minutes

Question 6

Yesterday, Anne earned $50 mowing lawns. Today, Anne earned 60% of what she earned yesterday mowing lawns. How much money did Anne earn mowing lawns today?

Accepted Answer

$30

Answer

$20

Answer

$25

Answer

$50

Question 7

Each of Laura's apple pies costs $10. Linda charges $1 for each beverage. What is the total amount of sales for both products when Linda sells 17 beverages and Laura sells 23 apple pies?

Accepted Answer

$247

Answer

$342

Answer

$189

Answer

$298

Stonebridge Police Department covers 465.4 square miles and has a population of approximately 1.5 million people as of 2020.How many people live in Stonebridge Police Department's 12 square miles on average?

Stonebridge Police Department covers 465.4 square miles and has a population of approximately 1.5 million people as of 2020.
How many people live in Stonebridge Police Department's 12 square miles on average?