TIBCO CCAT Word Problem 5

Question 1

A salesman earns a base of $2,000/month plus 5% commission. He sold $30,000 last month. What were his total earnings?

Accepted Answer

$3,500

Answer

Commission: $30,000 × 0.05 = $1,500; Total = $2,000 + $1,500 = $3,500.

Question 2

If it takes 4 minutes to boil 1 egg, how long does it take to boil 5 eggs simultaneously in the same pot?

Accepted Answer

4 minutes

Answer

All eggs cook simultaneously in the same pot, so it still takes only 4 minutes.

Question 3

A 120-gallon tank is 3/4 full. After removing 20 gallons, what fraction of the tank remains?

Accepted Answer

7/12

Answer

Full amount: 120 × 3/4 = 90 gallons; after removal: 90 – 20 = 70; fraction: 70/120 = 7/12.

Question 4

A car uses 1 gallon of gas every 28 miles. How many gallons are needed for a 350-mile trip?

Accepted Answer

12.5 gallons

Answer

350 ÷ 28 = 12.5 gallons.

Question 5

Three partners split profits in a 2:3:5 ratio. If total profit is $40,000, how much does the partner with the largest share receive?

Accepted Answer

$20,000

Answer

Total parts = 10; largest share = 5/10 × $40,000 = $20,000.

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