SSAT Math Question 582: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 582

11. Which of the following is most nearly 35% of $19.95 ?

  • A. $3.50
  • B. $5.75
  • C. $7.00
  • D. $9.95

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Use Ballparking! 19.95 is roughly 20 and 35% is close to , so of 20 is between 6 and 7. Eliminate (D) and (E) since both are too big. Choices (A) and (B) are too small, so that leaves (C) as the closest. The correct answer is (C).

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