Entry Exam Category: College Admission Exams
Course: Accuplacer
Exam: Free Accuplacer Arithmetic Practice Test
Practice Question
John worked at a bookstore for two weeks. The second week he earned 20 percent more than he did the first week. If he earned $300 the second week, how much did he earn the first week?
Answer Choices
- A: 240
- B: 250
- C: 280
- D: 380
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Week 2 = 1.2 × Week 1 = 300 → Week 1 = 300 ÷ 1.2 = 250, matching option b.