HESI A2
HESI A2 Version 1 HESI Mathematics Questions
Question 1 of 5
An adult female states she weighs 55. What measurement is she describing?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: When an adult states their weight as a whole number without a specified unit, it is commonly understood to be in kilograms. In this case, the adult female stating she weighs 55 is most likely referring to 55 kilograms. Therefore, the correct answer is C) Kilograms.
Question 2 of 5
How do you change 12.5% to a decimal?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: To convert a percentage to a decimal, divide by 100. In this case, to change 12.5% to a decimal, you divide 12.5 by 100, which equals 0.125. Therefore, the correct answer is B) 0.125.
Question 3 of 5
Convert 5 3/4 to a decimal. Round to the nearest tenth.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To convert a mixed number to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator. In this case, 3 � 4 = 0.75. Adding this to 5 gives us 5.75. Rounding 5.75 to the nearest tenth results in 5.8. Therefore, the correct answer is A, 5.8.
Question 4 of 5
A new mother changes her baby's diaper 6 times a day, on average. How many diapers will the child use in a year?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To calculate the total number of diapers used in a year, you need to multiply the daily diaper changes (6 diapers) by the number of days in a year (365): 6 � 365 = 2,190. Therefore, the correct answer is 2,190 diapers.
Question 5 of 5
Add: 1/4 + 3/8 =
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To add the fractions, first convert 1/4 to a common denominator with 3/8. The common denominator is 8: (1/4) = 2/8. Then, add: 2/8 + 3/8 = 5/8. Therefore, the correct answer is A) 5/8.