CCAT averages & word problems questions
Math & LogicTranslate a short scenario into the arithmetic that answers it.
How to solve these
Translate a short scenario into the arithmetic that answers it. The fastest route is to learn one repeatable method and then drill it under the clock. Start a free set to build the pattern recognition that makes these quick.
Worked example
Answer shownAn original, CCAT-style item with the full reasoning. This is the kind of question you will drill.
A player scored 8, 5, and 8 points across three games. What was the average score?
Answer: A. Here is why:
- Add the values: 8 + 5 + 8 = 21.
- Divide by 3: 21 / 3 = 7.
Frequently asked questions
What are CCAT averages & word problems questions?
Translate a short scenario into the arithmetic that answers it. They fall under the Math & Logic part of the CCAT, mixed in among the other types across the 50-question test.
How many averages & word problems questions are on the CCAT?
The CCAT does not label or fix the count per type. Items are mixed, so you cannot predict how many averages & word problems questions you will see. Training every type is the only reliable preparation.
How do I get faster at averages & word problems questions?
Reps under the real clock. However you like to learn, speed only comes from repeated timed practice — and honest per-type numbers show you whether it is working. That feedback loop is the skill the CCAT actually rewards.
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