USA Occupational Math Assessment 5

Question 1

A cable runs from Point A to Point B at a total cost of $6.72 per linear foot. If the cable is 125 feet long, what is the total cost?

Accepted Answer

$840.00

Answer

Total cost = 125 × $6.72 = $840.00.

Question 2

A construction crew pours concrete at a rate of 15 cubic yards per hour. A slab requires 112.5 cubic yards. How long will the pour take?

Accepted Answer

7.5 hours

Answer

Time = 112.5 ÷ 15 = 7.5 hours.

Question 3

A worker's net pay is $1,892.50 after $437.50 in total deductions. What was the gross pay?

Accepted Answer

$2,330.00

Answer

Gross pay = net pay + deductions = $1,892.50 + $437.50 = $2,330.00.

Question 4

A metal sheet is 0.125 inches thick. A stack of these sheets measures 5.5 inches. How many sheets are in the stack?

Accepted Answer

44 sheets

Answer

Number of sheets = 5.5 ÷ 0.125 = 44 sheets.

Question 5

An assembly line produces 840 units per 8-hour shift. The factory runs 2 shifts per day, 6 days per week. How many units are produced in one week?

Accepted Answer

10,080

Answer

Daily production = 840 × 2 = 1,680 units; weekly = 1,680 × 6 = 10,080 units.

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