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Arithmetic reasoning · Difficulty 1

Try this ASVAB-style question.

Choose your answer before opening the explanation. This original practice item is for preparation and does not reproduce an official test question.

Question

A student saves 15% of a $240 paycheck. How much is saved?

  1. $24
  2. $30
  3. $36
  4. $40
Reveal answer and explanation

$36

Convert 15% to 0.15 and multiply: 0.15 × 240 = 36.