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1. The individual is completing their time sheet. They worked 8 ½ hours on Monday, 8 hours on Tuesday, 6 ¾ hours on Wednesday, and 9 hours each on the last two days of the week. If their hourly pay rate is $15.65, how much would their gross pay be for that week?

• A. $645.56
• B. $600.50
• C. $700.25
• D. $650.00

Correct answer: A

Rationale: To calculate the total hours worked, add 8.5 + 8 + 6.75 + 9 + 9, which equals 41.25 hours. To determine the gross pay, multiply the total hours worked (41.25) by the hourly rate ($15.65): 41.25 * $15.65 = $645.56. This precise calculation ensures accurate compensation for the hours worked, emphasizing the importance of financial accuracy in payroll management. Choice B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not result from the accurate calculation of total hours worked multiplied by the hourly rate, providing a good illustration of the consequences of miscalculations in payroll processing.

2. Subtract and simplify: -5 - (-6) =

• A. ½
• B. 1⅜
• C. 1
• D. 1⅔

Correct answer: C

Rationale: To simplify the expression -5 - (-6), we can rewrite it as -5 + 6 (since subtracting a negative number is equivalent to adding its positive counterpart). This gives us -5 + 6 = 1. Therefore, the correct answer is 1. Choice A, ½, is incorrect because the subtraction of a negative number results in a positive number. Choices B and D are also incorrect as they do not match the simplified result of -5 - (-6), which is 1.

3. Change the following percentage to a decimal: 76.3%

• A. 0.0763
• B. 7
• C. 0.763
• D. 7.63

Correct answer: C

Rationale: To convert a percentage to a decimal, divide by 100. In this case, to convert 76.3% to a decimal, you move the decimal point two places to the left, resulting in 0.763. Therefore, the correct answer is C. Choice A (0.0763) is incorrect as it represents 7.63% as a decimal. Choice B (7) and Choice D (7.63) are not correct conversions of the given percentage to a decimal.

4. A medication must be taken twice daily, 12 hours apart. If the first dose is at 8:00 AM, what is the most convenient time for the second dose to avoid disrupting sleep?

• A. 4:00 PM
• B. 6:00 PM
• C. 8:00 PM
• D. 10:00 PM

Correct answer: B

Rationale: To take the medication 12 hours apart from the first dose at 8:00 AM, the second dose should be taken at 8:00 PM. However, to avoid disrupting sleep, it is recommended to take the second dose a bit earlier. Taking the second dose at 6:00 PM ensures that the medication is still being taken 12 hours apart while allowing for a buffer before bedtime to avoid any potential disruptions to sleep. Choice A (4:00 PM) is too early, not maintaining the 12-hour interval. Choice C (8:00 PM) aligns with the 12-hour interval but might be too close to bedtime, potentially causing sleep disruptions. Choice D (10:00 PM) is too late and exceeds the 12-hour interval.

5. Express 0.75 as a fraction.

• A. 4/5
• B. 3/4
• C. 1/2
• D. 1/4

Correct answer: B

Rationale: To express 0.75 as a fraction, we write it as 75/100. Simplifying this fraction by dividing both the numerator and denominator by 25 gives us 3/4. Therefore, 0.75 is equivalent to 3/4. Choice A (4/5), Choice C (1/2), and Choice D (1/4) are incorrect fractions and do not represent 0.75.

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