FREE CPS Firefighter Test Firefighter Mathematical Reasoning Questions and Answers Flashcards
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A fire truck tank holds 500 gallons. After fighting a fire, 340 gallons remain. What percentage of the tank was used?
Answer: 32%
(500 − 340) ÷ 500 × 100 = 160 ÷ 500 × 100 = 32%.
A firefighter earns $28 per hour and works a 56-hour week. What is the total weekly pay before deductions?
Answer: $1,568
$28 × 56 = $1,568.
A building is 240 feet tall. If a ladder reaches 75% of the building's height, how high does the ladder reach?
Answer: 180 ft
240 × 0.75 = 180 ft.
An engine responds to an incident 6.5 miles away traveling at an average speed of 52 mph. How many minutes does the response take?
Answer: 7.5 min
6.5 mi ÷ 52 mph = 0.125 hr × 60 = 7.5 minutes.
A fire company purchases 4 sets of turnout gear at $1,250 each and 2 helmets at $180 each. What is the total cost?
Answer: $5,360
4 × $1,250 + 2 × $180 = $5,000 + $360 = $5,360.
A fire hose is 50 feet long. If 8 hoses are connected end-to-end, what is the total length in yards?
Answer: 133.3 yards
8 × 50 = 400 ft ÷ 3 = 133.3 yards.