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KAPLAN MATH TEST — COMPREHENSIVE 2026/2027
COMPLETE (150) CURRENT TESTING QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS WITH DETAILED RATIONALES.
MATH
Prepare effectively for the Kaplan Diagnostic A Exam with this comprehensive study
resource covering Math, Science, and Nursing Fundamentals. It supports review of
dosage calculations, basic sciences, anatomy and physiology, patient care principles,
safety, infection control, and essential nursing concepts. Use the material to reinforce
foundational knowledge, practice key concepts, and identify areas that may require
additional study. This resource is suited for nursing students, pre-licensure learners,
and candidates preparing for Kaplan Diagnostic A assessments.
MULTIPLE CHOICE.
SECTION 1: BASIC ARITHMETIC OPERATIONS (Questions 1–30)
1. What is the sum of 345 + 267?
• A. 512
• B. 602
• C. 612
• D. 622
Answer: C. 612
Rationale: 345 + 267 = 612.
2. Subtract 489 from 1,000.
• A. 411
• B. 511
• C. 521
• D. 611
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Answer: B. 511
Rationale: 1,000 - 489 = 511.
3. Multiply 36 × 24.
• A. 744
• B. 804
• C. 864
• D. 924
Answer: C. 864
Rationale: 36 × 24 = 864.
4. Divide 1,248 ÷ 12.
• A. 94
• B. 99
• C. 104
• D. 114
Answer: C. 104
Rationale: 1,248 ÷ 12 = 104.
5. What is 15% of 200?
• A. 15
• B. 20
• C. 30
• D. 40
Answer: C. 30
Rationale: 15% = 0.15. 200 × 0.15 = 30.
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6. Add: 2/3 + 1/4.
• A. 3/7
• B. 3/12
• C. 11/12
• D. 5/7
Answer: C. 11/12
Rationale: Common denominator 12: 2/3 = 8/12, 1/4 = 3/12. 8/12 + 3/12 =
11/12.
7. Subtract: 5/6 - 1/2.
• A. 1/6
• B. 1/3
• C. 2/3
• D. 4/6
Answer: B. 1/3
Rationale: Common denominator 6: 5/6 - 3/6 = 2/6 = 1/3.
8. Multiply: 3/4 × 2/5.
• A. 3/10
• B. 3/10
• C. 5/9
• D. 6/10
Answer: B. 3/10
Rationale: 3/4 × 2/5 = 6/20 = 3/10.
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9. Divide: 3/4 ÷ 1/2.
• A. 3/8
• B. 1 1/2
• C. 1/4
• D. 1
Answer: B. 1 1/2
Rationale: 3/4 ÷ 1/2 = 3/4 × 2/1 = 6/4 = 3/2 = 1 1/2.
10. What is the product of 12 and 15?
• A. 150
• B. 180
• C. 200
• D. 220
Answer: B. 180
Rationale: 12 × 15 = 180.
11. What is 3/4 as a decimal?
• A. 0.34
• B. 0.75
• C. 0.85
• D. 0.70
Answer: B. 0.75
Rationale: 3 ÷ 4 = 0.75.
12. Convert 0.625 to a fraction in simplest form.
KAPLAN MATH TEST — COMPREHENSIVE 2026/2027
COMPLETE (150) CURRENT TESTING QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS WITH DETAILED RATIONALES.
MATH
Prepare effectively for the Kaplan Diagnostic A Exam with this comprehensive study
resource covering Math, Science, and Nursing Fundamentals. It supports review of
dosage calculations, basic sciences, anatomy and physiology, patient care principles,
safety, infection control, and essential nursing concepts. Use the material to reinforce
foundational knowledge, practice key concepts, and identify areas that may require
additional study. This resource is suited for nursing students, pre-licensure learners,
and candidates preparing for Kaplan Diagnostic A assessments.
MULTIPLE CHOICE.
SECTION 1: BASIC ARITHMETIC OPERATIONS (Questions 1–30)
1. What is the sum of 345 + 267?
• A. 512
• B. 602
• C. 612
• D. 622
Answer: C. 612
Rationale: 345 + 267 = 612.
2. Subtract 489 from 1,000.
• A. 411
• B. 511
• C. 521
• D. 611
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Answer: B. 511
Rationale: 1,000 - 489 = 511.
3. Multiply 36 × 24.
• A. 744
• B. 804
• C. 864
• D. 924
Answer: C. 864
Rationale: 36 × 24 = 864.
4. Divide 1,248 ÷ 12.
• A. 94
• B. 99
• C. 104
• D. 114
Answer: C. 104
Rationale: 1,248 ÷ 12 = 104.
5. What is 15% of 200?
• A. 15
• B. 20
• C. 30
• D. 40
Answer: C. 30
Rationale: 15% = 0.15. 200 × 0.15 = 30.
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6. Add: 2/3 + 1/4.
• A. 3/7
• B. 3/12
• C. 11/12
• D. 5/7
Answer: C. 11/12
Rationale: Common denominator 12: 2/3 = 8/12, 1/4 = 3/12. 8/12 + 3/12 =
11/12.
7. Subtract: 5/6 - 1/2.
• A. 1/6
• B. 1/3
• C. 2/3
• D. 4/6
Answer: B. 1/3
Rationale: Common denominator 6: 5/6 - 3/6 = 2/6 = 1/3.
8. Multiply: 3/4 × 2/5.
• A. 3/10
• B. 3/10
• C. 5/9
• D. 6/10
Answer: B. 3/10
Rationale: 3/4 × 2/5 = 6/20 = 3/10.
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9. Divide: 3/4 ÷ 1/2.
• A. 3/8
• B. 1 1/2
• C. 1/4
• D. 1
Answer: B. 1 1/2
Rationale: 3/4 ÷ 1/2 = 3/4 × 2/1 = 6/4 = 3/2 = 1 1/2.
10. What is the product of 12 and 15?
• A. 150
• B. 180
• C. 200
• D. 220
Answer: B. 180
Rationale: 12 × 15 = 180.
11. What is 3/4 as a decimal?
• A. 0.34
• B. 0.75
• C. 0.85
• D. 0.70
Answer: B. 0.75
Rationale: 3 ÷ 4 = 0.75.
12. Convert 0.625 to a fraction in simplest form.
