Word Problems Test Page 14



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59. Below is a page from Jessica's checkbook. She begins the page with a $431.87 balance.

Check Number Date Description of Transaction Payment/Debit Fee Deposit Credit Balance
              431.87
  3/11 Deposit       268.32  
5400 3/17 Car Repair 156.45        
5401 3/19 Groceries 86.19        
5402 3/28 Video Games 197.92        

What would Jessica's new balance be after all her purchases?

  1. $289.13
  2. $189.91
  3. $259.63
  4. $311.44






60. Jacob bought a video game for $59. Selene bought the same game for $53.10. What percent less did Selene pay?

  1. 10%
  2. 12%
  3. 15%
  4. 6.9%

61. A 12 ounce can of chicken soup costs $1.06. A 24 ounce can sells for $1.79 and a 36 ounce can costs $2.85. Which costs less?

  1. 1 ounce can
  2. 24 ounce can
  3. 36 ounce can
  4. Not enough information given

62. Which image below shows a line of symmetry?

  1. Both A and B show symmetry
  2. Neither A or B show symmetry
  3. A shows symmetry
  4. B shows symmetry


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