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1. In a bar graph showing the number of patients admitted to the ER each day for a week, how do you determine the day with the highest number of admissions?

• A. Find the tallest bar in the graph.
• B. Compare the heights of all bars.
• C. Calculate the average number of admissions per day.
• D. Subtract the lowest number of admissions from the highest.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'Find the tallest bar in the graph.' In a bar graph, the height of each bar represents the quantity being measured. The tallest bar indicates the day with the highest number of admissions. Therefore, this is the most direct and accurate method to determine the day with the highest number of admissions. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because comparing all bars, calculating the average, or subtracting the lowest from the highest does not directly identify the day with the highest number of admissions in a bar graph.

2. Write the date 1776 in Roman numerals.

• A. MDCCLXXVI
• B. MDDLXXI
• C. MCCDLXVI
• D. MCMLXXVI

Correct answer: A

Rationale: In Roman numerals, 1776 is correctly written as MDCCLXXVI. Here's the breakdown: M (1000) + D (500) + CCC (300) + L (50) + XX (20) + VI (6) = 1776. Therefore, the correct Roman numeral representation of the date 1776 is MDCCLXXVI. Choice A is correct because it follows the correct Roman numeral rules for representing 1776. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not add up to 1776 according to Roman numeral conventions.

3. How many cakes do you need for a class of 70 students and 3 staff members if each cake provides 24 servings?

• A. 4
• B. 2
• C. 5
• D. 3

Correct answer: A

Rationale: To determine the number of cakes needed, calculate the total number of people, which is 70 students + 3 staff = 73 people. Since each cake serves 24 people, divide the total number of people by 24 to get approximately 3.04. You cannot have a fraction of a cake, so round up to the next whole number, which is 4. Therefore, you need 4 cakes to serve the class of 70 students and 3 staff members. Choice B (2) is incorrect because 2 cakes would not be enough to serve 73 people. Choice C (5) is incorrect as it would be an excess of cakes. Choice D (3) is incorrect because 3 cakes would not be sufficient to serve 73 people.

4. If a party planner assumes 2 bottles of sparkling water per 5 guests, how many bottles must she purchase for a party of 145 guests?

• A. 27
• B. 36
• C. 49
• D. 58

Correct answer: D

Rationale: If the party planner assumes 2 bottles of sparkling water per 5 guests, for a party of 145 guests, she would need ((2/5) x 145) bottles of sparkling water. This calculation results in 58 bottles. Therefore, she must purchase 58 bottles for the party of 145 guests. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect as they do not reflect the correct calculation based on the given assumption.

5. Convert 104°F to Celsius.

• A. 40°C
• B. 42°C
• C. 39°C
• D. 35°C

Correct answer: A

Rationale: To convert Fahrenheit to Celsius, you can use the formula: °C = (°F - 32) x 5/9. Plugging in the value, °C = (104 - 32) x 5/9 = 72 x 5/9 = 40°C. Therefore, 104°F is equal to 40°C. Choice A is correct. Choice B is incorrect as it is not the result of the conversion. Choice C is incorrect as it is not the result of the conversion. Choice D is incorrect as it is not the result of the conversion.

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