ASVAB Test

ASVAB Test practice questions, page 27 of 76, with answer review and explanations.

Question 131

Jonathan spent four hours doing calculus problems, one hour playing Web-based video games, half an hour talking to his girlfriend, and two hours lifting weights and exercising. What percentage of his time was spent on math problems?

  1. 46.6%
  2. 50.0%
  3. 53.3%
  4. 57.1%

Question 132

Mrs. H.B. found a display model of a notebook computer to use for her business for $1,400, including software. However, since the model had been discontinued and the display had no packaging material or instructions, the store manager discounted the price to $1,150. What was the percentage of the reduction?

  1. 1.78%
  2. 13.0%
  3. 15.0%
  4. 17.9%

Question 133

Heather bought a rectangular Persian rug with an outer perimeter measurement of 45 feet. If the long sides measure 15 feet each, how long is each short side of the rug?

  1. 7.5 ft
  2. 10 ft
  3. 12.5 ft
  4. 15 ft

Question 134

In the circulation department of a city newspaper, four customer service representatives each receive $320 a week, while two assistant managers earn $12 an hour each plus an average $100 per day commission. What is the average total weekly compensation paid to these six employees for a five-day, 40-hour work week?

  1. $2,420
  2. $3,240
  3. $2,260
  4. $4,520

Question 135

Carpet costs $3 per square yard. The room that will be carpeted is 12 feet ֳ— 18 feet. How much will the carpet cost?

  1. $648
  2. $216
  3. $72
  4. $324