SSAT Math Question 638: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 638

District19901991
A400600
B500700
C200350
D100150
E600800

1. (All numbers are in thousands of dollars.)

In 1991, which district spent twice as much on energy as District A spent in 1990 ?

  • A. A
  • B. B
  • C. C
  • D. D

Correct Answer: E

Explanation:

First, find what District A spent in 1990: $400,000 (pay attention to the note below the table: the numbers are in thousands of dollars). Look for double this amount. $800,000 is listed in the table for the value in 1991 for District E. The correct answer is (E).

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