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Numerical Skills and Pre-Algebra Flashcards

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  1. A store sells pens at 3 for $1.50. How much do 10 pens cost?

    Answer: $5.00

    Each pen costs $0.50, so 10 pens cost 10 × $0.50 = $5.00.

  2. What is 40% written as a fraction in lowest terms?

    Answer: 2/5

    40% = 40/100 = 2/5 after dividing by the GCF of 20.

  3. Which expression represents 'six less than twice a number n'?

    Answer: 2n − 6

    'Twice a number' is 2n, and 'six less than' means subtract 6, giving 2n − 6.

  4. What is the square root of 144?

    Answer: 12

    √144 = 12 because 12 × 12 = 144.

  5. If a car travels 180 miles in 3 hours, what is its average speed?

    Answer: 60 mph

    Speed = distance ÷ time = 180 ÷ 3 = 60 mph.

  6. What is the value of 5! (5 factorial)?

    Answer: 120

    5! = 5 × 4 × 3 × 2 × 1 = 120.