Test Bank For Introductory Algebra: Everyday Explorations
Ch01 Algebraic Representations
Ch01 Algebraic Representations
1. What is the rule in words? What is the output when the input is 100? Write the rule as
an equation.
Input, x 7 8 9 100
Output, y 5 6 7 ?
A) The output is five less than the input; 95; y = x-5
B) The output is seven less than the input; 93; y = x-7
C) The output is six less than the input; 94; y = x-6
D) The output is two less than the input; 98; y = x-2
E) The output is six less than the input; 94; y = x-6
Ans: D
Difficulty: Medium
Exercise Group: 1-4
Learning Objective: Problem-Solving Steps and Strategies
Section: 1.1
Similar To Exercise: 1.1.3
Type: Concept
2. Read "What to Expect from This Text" and "Beginning the New Term: First Day"
What are three alternative approaches to thinking algebraically?
A) verbal
B) visual
C) kinesthetic
D) all the above
E) none of these
Ans: D
Difficulty: Easy
Exercise Group: 9-15
Learning Objective: Problem-Solving Steps and Strategies
Section: 1.1
Similar To Exercise: 1.1.9
Type: Skill
1
,Test Bank For Introductory Algebra: Everyday Explorations
Ch01 Algebraic Representations
3. Calculate the course load for student with the following schedule:
18 credit hours and 26 hours of employment.
A) 80
B) 46
C) 98
D) 44
E) 62
Ans: A
Difficulty: Easy
Exercise Group: 13
Learning Objective: Problem-Solving Steps and Strategies
Section: 1.1
Similar To Exercise: 1.1.13a
Type: Skill
4. Calculate the course load for student with the following schedule:
18 credit hours and no hours of employment.
A) 23
B) 36
C) 54
D) 13
E) 72
Ans: C
Difficulty: Easy
Exercise Group: 13
Learning Objective: Problem-Solving Steps and Strategies
Section: 1.1
Similar To Exercise: 1.1.13b
Type: Concept
2
,Test Bank For Introductory Algebra: Everyday Explorations
Ch01 Algebraic Representations
5. Calculate the course load for student with the following schedule:
13 credit hours and 20 hours of employment.
A) 19
B) 36
C) 86
D) 59
E) 99
Ans: D
Difficulty: Medium
Exercise Group: 13
Learning Objective: Problem-Solving Steps and Strategies
Section: 1.1
Similar To Exercise: 1.1.13c
Type: Concept
6. Kelsey is setting up the Events Center for a petting zoo. She builds the pens along a long wall.
She starts in a corner, making the first pen with two panels and needing two more panels for
each additional pen. Build an input-output table for the number of panels needed for 1 to 5 pens.
How many panels are needed for 10 pens?
A) 10 panels
B) 16 panels
C) 20 panels
D) 19 panels
E) 21 panels
Ans: C
Difficulty: Easy
Exercise Group: 5-8
Learning Objective: Build an input-output table from a problem setting.
Section: 1.2
Similar To Exercise: 1.2.8
Type: Concept
3
, Test Bank For Introductory Algebra: Everyday Explorations
Ch01 Algebraic Representations
7. Make an input-output for the following tuition model: Tuition is $55 per credit hour
for 1 to 11 hours; $1050 for 12 to 18 hours; and an additional $30 per credit hour for
each hour above 18 hours. Stop at 20 hours. Use your table to find the tuition cost for
8 hours, 13 hours, and 20 hours.
A) $440, $715, $1100
B) $55, $1050, $30
C) $55, $1050, $1080
D) $240, $390, $600
E) $440, $1050, $1110
Ans: E
Difficulty: Easy
Exercise Group: 1-4
Learning Objective: Build an input-output table from a problem setting.
Section: 1.2
Similar To Exercise: 1.2.3
Type: Concept
8. When we combine the even numbers and the odd numbers, we get which set of real
numbers?
A) natural numbers
B) integers
C) negative real numbers
D) rational numbers
E) irrational numbers
Ans: B
Difficulty: Easy
Exercise Group: 17-20
Learning Objective: Apply correct language for sets of numbers.
Section: 1.2
Similar To Exercise: 1.2.17
Type: Concept
4
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller HIUPRO. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $49.99. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.