ATI TEAS 7
TEAS Test Math Questions
1. Simplify (x^2 - y^2) / (x - y)
- A. x + y
- B. x - y
- C. 1
- D. (x + y)/(x - y)
Correct answer: A
Rationale: The expression ๐ฅ^2 - ๐ฆ^2 is a difference of squares, which follows the identity: ๐ฅ^2 - ๐ฆ^2 = (๐ฅ + ๐ฆ)(๐ฅ - ๐ฆ). Therefore, the given expression becomes: (๐ฅ^2 - ๐ฆ^2) / (๐ฅ - ๐ฆ) = (๐ฅ + ๐ฆ)(๐ฅ - ๐ฆ) / (๐ฅ - ๐ฆ). Since (๐ฅ - ๐ฆ) appears in both the numerator and the denominator, they cancel each other out, leaving ๐ฅ + ๐ฆ. Thus, the simplified form of (๐ฅ^2 - ๐ฆ^2) / (๐ฅ - ๐ฆ) is ๐ฅ + ๐ฆ. Therefore, the correct answer is A (x + y). Option B (x - y) is incorrect as it does not result from simplifying the given expression. Option C (1) is incorrect as it does not account for the variables x and y present in the expression. Option D ((x + y)/(x - y)) is incorrect as it presents the simplified form in a different format than the correct answer.
2. The force applied is directly proportional to the stretch of a coil. If a force of 132 Newtons stretches a coil 0.07 meters, what force would be needed to stretch a coil 0.1 meter? Round your answer to the nearest tenth.
- A. 92.4 Newtons
- B. 1885.7 Newtons
- C. 188.6 Newtons
- D. 136.0 Newtons
Correct answer: C
Rationale: To find the force needed to stretch the coil 0.1 meters, we can set up a proportion based on the given information. The initial force and stretch are in direct proportion, so we can use this relationship to determine the unknown force. (132 N / 0.07 m) = X / 0.1 m. Cross-multiplying, we get 132 N * 0.1 m / 0.07 m = 188.57 N, which rounds to 188.6 N. Therefore, the correct answer is 188.6 Newtons. Choice A is incorrect as it does not match the calculated answer. Choice B is significantly higher and does not align with the proportional relationship. Choice D is close but does not account for the correct rounding as specified in the question.
3. 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.
4. A couple dining at a restaurant receives a bill for $58.60. They wish to leave a 16% gratuity. Which of the following is the estimated gratuity?
- A. $8.48
- B. $6.40
- C. $9.38
- D. $7.00
Correct answer: C
Rationale: To calculate a 16% gratuity on a bill of $58.60, you multiply $58.60 by 0.16, which equals $9.376. Rounding this to the nearest cent gives $9.38. Therefore, the estimated gratuity is $9.38. Choice A is incorrect as it does not accurately reflect the calculated amount. Choice B is also incorrect as it does not match the correct calculation. Choice D is incorrect as it is not the nearest estimated value to the calculated amount.
5. If ๐ = 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.
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