Police Math Entrance Exam Flashcards
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A gas tank holds 18 gallons. The car gets 24 miles per gallon. How far can it travel on a full tank?
Answer: 432 miles
18 gallons × 24 mpg = 432 miles.
An officer issues fines of $75, $120, and $45. What is the total in fines collected?
Answer: $240
75 + 120 + 45 equals $240.
A drug seizure weighs 2.5 kilograms. How many grams is that?
Answer: 2,500 grams
1 kilogram equals 1,000 grams, so 2.5 kg = 2,500 grams.
A suspect fled north for 4 blocks then east for 3 blocks. How many blocks total did the suspect travel?
Answer: 7 blocks
4 + 3 equals 7 blocks of total travel distance.
A precinct's budget is $48,000. If 25% goes to equipment, how much is left for other costs?
Answer: $36,000
25% is $12,000, leaving $48,000 − $12,000 = $36,000.
A radar reads 1,320 feet to a target. How many yards is that?
Answer: 440 yards
1 yard equals 3 feet, so 1,320 ÷ 3 = 440 yards.
Crime reports rose from 200 to 250 in a year. What is the percent increase?
Answer: 25%
The increase of 50 over 200 is 50/200 = 25%.