ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery)Arithmetic Reasoning (AR)Medium
A convoy of 6 trucks carries a total of 4.5 tons of supplies. If each truck carries an equal amount, and 1 ton equals 2000 pounds, how many pounds of supplies does each truck carry?
- A2000 pounds
- B750 pounds
- C1500 pounds
- D1000 pounds
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. 1500 pounds
First, calculate the total supplies in pounds: 4.5 tons * 2000 pounds/ton = 9000 pounds. Then, divide this total by the number of trucks: 9000 pounds / 6 trucks = 1500 pounds per truck.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. This is the weight of 1 ton, not per truck.
- B. Incorrect division, possibly 4500/6.
- D. Incorrect calculation of total pounds or division.
Unit Conversion and Division
Problems requiring conversion between units of measurement, followed by division to distribute a total quantity equally.
- Know common conversion factors (e.g., tons to pounds, feet to inches).
- Perform conversion before division for accurate results.
- Ensure all steps are clearly understood before calculating.
Memory trick: Convert, then Divide: Change the scale, then share it out.