1.   Which statement correctly states the percent equation, where P is the percentage, B is the base, and R is the rate?
    A. R = PB B. P = RB
    C. B = RP D. P = RB   100
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  2.   62.5% of what number is 10?
    A. 0.16 B. 6.25
    C. 16 D. 625
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  3.   Suppose you open a savings account that earns 4.5% annual interest. You want to earn at least $135 in interest after 4 years. How much money should you invest in order to earn $135 in interest?
    A. $750 B. $7.50
    C. $7500 D. $3750
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  4.   Soundous needs a 50% saline solution. She has 60 milliliters of a 40% solution. How many milliliters of a 70% solution should she add to obtain the required 50% solution?
    A. 90 milliliters B. 30 milliliters
    C. 270 milliliters D. 180 milliliters
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  5.   Jacinda has $180 in the bank with an annual simple interest of 7%. How much money will she have in the bank after 3 years?
    A. $217.80 B. $42.60
    C. $37.80 D. $222.60
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