Nursing Elites

1. If 𝑛 = 8, then n is between which of the following ranges?

• A. 5 and 7
• B. 7 and 9
• C. 9 and 11
• D. 3 and 5

Correct answer: B

Rationale: To find the range where n lies when n = 8, we consider numbers greater and lesser than 8. The range would be between 7 and 9, not 9 and 11 as stated in the original rationale. Option A (5 and 7) and Option D (3 and 5) are lower ranges, while Option C (9 and 11) exceeds the upper limit.

2. Arrange the following fractions from least to greatest: 2/3, 1/2, 5/8, 7/9.

• A. 7/9, 5/8, 2/3, 1/2
• B. 1/2, 2/3, 5/8, 7/9
• C. 1/2, 5/8, 2/3, 7/9
• D. 7/9, 2/3, 5/8, 1/2

Correct answer: C

Rationale: To compare the fractions, it is beneficial to convert them to decimals or find a common denominator. When converted to decimals: 1/2 = 0.50, 5/8 = 0.625, 2/3 ≈ 0.666, and 7/9 ≈ 0.778. Therefore, the correct order from least to greatest is 1/2, 5/8, 2/3, 7/9. Choice A is incorrect because it places 7/9 first, which is the greatest fraction. Choice B is incorrect as it incorrectly lists the fractions. Choice D is incorrect as it starts with 7/9, which is the largest fraction instead of the smallest.

3. Veronica decided to celebrate her promotion by purchasing a new car. The base price for the car was $40,210. She paid an additional $3,015 for a surround sound system and $5,218 for a maintenance package. What was the total price of Veronica’s new car?

• A. $50,210
• B. $48,443
• C. $43,225
• D. $40,210

Correct answer: B

Rationale: To find the total price of Veronica's new car, add the base price, the cost of the surround sound system, and the cost of the maintenance package. Calculation: $40,210 (base price) + $3,015 (sound system) + $5,218 (maintenance package) = $48,443. Therefore, the correct answer is $48,443. Choice A, $50,210, is incorrect as it does not include the maintenance package cost. Choice C, $43,225, is incorrect as it only considers the base price and the maintenance package but omits the sound system cost. Choice D, $40,210, is the base price alone and does not account for the additional costs of the sound system and maintenance package.

4. Solve for x: 3(x + 4) = 18

• A. x = 2
• B. x = 4
• C. x = 6
• D. x = 8

Correct answer: C

Rationale: To solve the equation 3(x + 4) = 18, first distribute the 3 to both terms inside the parentheses: 3x + 12 = 18. Next, isolate the variable x by subtracting 12 from both sides: 3x = 6. Finally, divide by 3 to solve for x, giving x = 6. Choice A, x = 2, is incorrect as the correct solution is x = 6. Choices B (x = 4) and D (x = 8) are also incorrect as they do not satisfy the given equation.

5. Which of the following is the most likely weight of a pencil?

• A. 25 kg
• B. 25 cm
• C. 25 mg
• D. 25 g

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is 25 g. Pencils are usually lightweight, and their weight is measured in grams. 25 kg (choice A) is too heavy for a pencil. 25 cm (choice B) is a unit of length, not weight. 25 mg (choice C) is too light for a pencil, as pencils typically weigh more than milligrams.

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