Police Math Test Police Math Entrance Exam 3

Question 1

A gas tank holds 18 gallons. The car gets 24 miles per gallon. How far can it travel on a full tank?

Accepted Answer

432 miles

Answer

18 gallons × 24 mpg = 432 miles.

Question 2

An officer issues fines of $75, $120, and $45. What is the total in fines collected?

Accepted Answer

$240

Answer

75 + 120 + 45 equals $240.

Question 3

A drug seizure weighs 2.5 kilograms. How many grams is that?

Accepted Answer

2,500 grams

Answer

1 kilogram equals 1,000 grams, so 2.5 kg = 2,500 grams.

Question 4

A suspect fled north for 4 blocks then east for 3 blocks. How many blocks total did the suspect travel?

Accepted Answer

7 blocks

Answer

4 + 3 equals 7 blocks of total travel distance.

Question 5

A precinct's budget is $48,000. If 25% goes to equipment, how much is left for other costs?

Accepted Answer

$36,000

Answer

25% is $12,000, leaving $48,000 − $12,000 = $36,000.

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