HESI A2
HESI A2 Math Practice Test 2024 Questions
Question 1 of 9
12 is a/an:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rationale: - An even number is an integer that is exactly divisible by 2, meaning there is no remainder when divided by 2. - The number 12 can be divided by 2 evenly, as 12 · 2 = 6, with no remainder. - Therefore, 12 is classified as an even number.
Question 2 of 9
A hospital nurse's schedule rotates every 4 days. The nurse works 3 days and has 1 day off. If the nurse's first day off is a Monday, what is the nurse's second day off?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse's schedule repeats every 4 days, with 3 days of work and 1 day off. If the first day off is Monday, then after 4 days (Monday + 4 days), the second day off will fall on Friday. Therefore, the correct answer is A. Choice B (Saturday), C (Thursday), and D (Wednesday) are incorrect as they do not align with the 4-day rotation pattern after the first day off on Monday.
Question 3 of 9
A seamstress is measuring a model for a new dress. The tape measure is marked in centimeters. The seamstress needs to convert that measurement into inches. If the model's waist measurement is 65.4 centimeters, what is that in inches?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To convert centimeters to inches, divide the measurement in centimeters by 2.54 (since 1 inch = 2.54 cm). Therefore, 65.4 cm · 2.54 = 25.74 inches. This means that the model's waist measurement of 65.4 centimeters is equivalent to 25.74 inches. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not result from the correct conversion calculation.
Question 4 of 9
5\7 + 3\14 = ?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To add fractions with different denominators, first find a common denominator. The least common denominator between 7 and 14 is 14. Convert 5/7 to 10/14: 5 / 7 = 10 / 14 5/7=10/14 Now add the two fractions: 10 / 14 + 3 / 14 = 13 / 14 10/14+3/14=13/14
Question 5 of 9
In a table showing blood pressure readings for different age groups, how do you determine the patient with the highest systolic pressure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To determine the patient with the highest systolic pressure from the table, you should find the largest number in the 'systolic pressure' column. This method directly identifies the individual with the highest systolic pressure. Comparing the means (averages) of each age group, as suggested in choice B, may not pinpoint the specific patient with the highest systolic pressure, as averages can sometimes mask extreme values. Adding all systolic pressure values and dividing by the total number of patients, as in choice C, calculates the average systolic pressure for all patients, not identifying the highest individual reading. Subtracting the lowest systolic pressure from the highest, as in choice D, determines the range of systolic pressures but does not directly point out the patient with the highest reading.
Question 6 of 9
A set of temperature readings has a range of 5 degrees Celsius. What does this tell you about the data?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Option A is incorrect because the range of 5 degrees does not necessarily mean that the average temperature is 5 degrees Celsius. The average temperature could be any value within the range. Option B is incorrect because the range of 5 degrees does not mean that all temperatures are within 5 degrees of each other. It only indicates the difference between the highest and lowest temperatures. Option C is correct because the range of 5 degrees specifically refers to the difference between the highest and lowest temperatures in the set. This is a common definition of range in statistics. Option D is incorrect because the range of 5 degrees does not determine the number of temperatures in the set. The set could have more or fewer than 5 temperatures.
Question 7 of 9
Ratio and proportion: 6:10=24:x
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To solve for x, use cross-multiplication: 6x = 10 x 24 6x = 240 Now, divide both sides by 6 to find x: x = 240 / 6 = 40 Therefore, the correct answer is A. 40. Choice B, 25, is incorrect because it does not satisfy the proportion. Choice C, 240, is incorrect because it represents the value that is given in the proportion and not the value of x. Choice D, 4, is incorrect as it does not align with the correct calculation for x.
Question 8 of 9
A researcher is collecting data on patient satisfaction. Out of 150 patients surveyed, 120 reported being satisfied with their care. What percentage of the patients were satisfied?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To find the percentage of satisfied patients, divide the number of satisfied patients by the total number of patients surveyed and multiply by 100. In this case, 120 (satisfied patients) · 150 (total patients surveyed) x 100 = 80%. Therefore, 80% of the patients were satisfied. Choice B (75%), C (85%), and D (90%) are incorrect percentages as the actual percentage of satisfied patients is 80%.
Question 9 of 9
A kite has a top base of 20cm, a bottom base of 30cm, and two equal side lengths of 15cm. What is its perimeter?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: To find the perimeter of a kite, you need to add the lengths of all its sides. In this case, the perimeter is calculated as the sum of the top base, bottom base, and twice the side length. Therefore, perimeter = top base + bottom base + 2 * side length = 20cm + 30cm + 2 * 15cm = 70cm. Choice A, B, and D are incorrect as they do not consider all sides of the kite in the calculation.