PSAT Math Multiple-Choice Question 278: Answer and Explanation

Question: 278

If the captain of a search party evenly assigns 242 people into 11 groups, how many people are in each group?

• A. 11
• B. 22
• C. 24
• D. 37

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Because the question indicates that the 11 groups have the same number of people, division is appropriate. The 242 people are divided evenly among 11 groups. This can be expressed as 242 ÷ 11 = 22 people in each group. The division algorithm is helpful here. See Lesson: Standard Operations & Concepts.