HESI A2
HESI A2 Math Practice Test 2023 Questions
Question 1 of 9
How many inches are in 1.5 yards?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To convert yards to inches, multiply the number of yards by 36 (since there are 36 inches in a yard). 1.5 yards 36 inches/yard = 54 inches. Therefore, the correct answer is 54 inches. Choice B, 60 inches, is incorrect as it incorrectly assumes that there are 40 inches in a yard. Choice C, 72 inches, is incorrect as it multiplies 1.5 by 48, which is not the correct conversion factor. Choice D, 84 inches, is incorrect as it multiplies 1.5 by 56, which is not the correct conversion factor.
Question 2 of 9
A female ran a 24-mile course. Her first 6 miles took 1 hour, the second set of 6 miles took 1.2 hours, the third set of 6 miles took 1.5 hours, and the fourth set of 6 miles took 1.6 hours. How long did it take her to complete the course?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To find the total time taken, add the time for each segment: 1 hour + 1.2 hours + 1.5 hours + 1.6 hours = 5.3 hours. Therefore, it took her 5.3 hours to complete the course. The other choices are incorrect because they do not accurately reflect the cumulative time calculated based on the given information.
Question 3 of 9
Subtract 17 2\3 - 8 5\9.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Find a common denominator to subtract: 17 2\3 - 8 5\9 = 9 1\9.
Question 4 of 9
Add 2\3 + 1\6 + 2\5.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To add fractions, find a common denominator (30), which gives 20/30 + 5/30 + 12/30=37/30= 1 7/30
Question 5 of 9
Convert 0.25 to a fraction.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To convert a decimal to a fraction, place the decimal value over the place value of the last digit. In this case, 0.25 can be written as 25/100. Simplifying this fraction by dividing both the numerator and denominator by 25 gives 1/4. Therefore, 0.25 expressed as a fraction is 1/4. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they represent different fractional values that do not correspond to 0.25.
Question 6 of 9
A newborn weighs 3,459 grams. There are 453.59 grams per pound. What is the infant's weight in pounds and ounces?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To find the weight in pounds, divide the weight in grams by the conversion factor (453.59 grams per pound). 3,459 grams · 453.59 = approximately 7 lbs 10 oz. Therefore, choice A (7 lbs 10 oz) is the correct answer. Choice B (10 lbs 7 oz) and Choice C (13 lbs 3 oz) are incorrect as they do not correspond to the correct conversion. Choice D (3 lbs 13 oz) is incorrect as it does not account for the additional pounds derived from dividing 3,459 grams by the conversion factor.
Question 7 of 9
What is the result of dividing 4 7/8 by 1 1/6?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To divide mixed numbers, convert them to improper fractions and then multiply by the reciprocal of the divisor. Here, 4 7/8 = 39/8 and 1 1/6 = 7/6. Dividing 39/8 by 7/6 gives 39/8 · 7/6 = 39/8 * 6/7 = 234/56 = 4 5/28. Therefore, the correct answer is A. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not represent the correct result of dividing 4 7/8 by 1 1/6.
Question 8 of 9
The metric system of measurement was developed in France during Napoleon's reign. It is based on what multiplication factor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The metric system is based on powers of 10, making calculations and conversions easier because each unit increases or decreases by a factor of 10. This factor allows for a simple and consistent way to move between different units within the system. Choice A, 'The length of Napoleon's forearm' is incorrect as the metric system is not based on a physical attribute but on a standardized mathematical factor. Choice B, '2,' and Choice D, 'Atomic weight of helium,' are also incorrect as they do not align with the foundational principle of the metric system being based on powers of 10.
Question 9 of 9
How many ounces are in 2.5 gallons?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: To convert gallons to ounces, we need to know that 1 gallon is equal to 128 ounces. Therefore, 2.5 gallons would be 2.5 x 128 = 320 ounces. This makes choice C, '320 ounces,' the correct answer. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because they do not correctly calculate the conversion from gallons to ounces.