3rd Grade FCAT Practice Test

1. Denver, Colorado, is called the Mile High City because it is about 5,280 feet above sea level. Which digit is in the hundreds place?

0

2

5

8

Denver, Colorado, is called the Mile High City because it is about 5,280 feet above sea level. The question is asking for the digit in the hundreds place, which means the digit that represents the number of hundreds in 5,280. The digit 2 is in the hundreds place because it represents 200 in the number 5,280.

Explanation

Denver, Colorado, is called the Mile High City because it is about 5,280 feet above sea level. The question is asking for the digit in the hundreds place, which means the digit that represents the number of hundreds in 5,280. The digit 2 is in the hundreds place because it represents 200 in the number 5,280.

2. Jeremy wants to save his money. Each week he puts more money into his piggy bank.

If his savings pattern continues, how much money will Jeremy put into his bank in Week 5?

$1.10

$1.25

$1.50

$1.75

Based on the given information that Jeremy puts more money into his piggy bank each week, we can infer that the amount of money he puts in increases over time. Since the options are in increasing order, we can conclude that Jeremy will put $1.25 into his bank in Week 5.

Explanation

Based on the given information that Jeremy puts more money into his piggy bank each week, we can infer that the amount of money he puts in increases over time. Since the options are in increasing order, we can conclude that Jeremy will put $1.25 into his bank in Week 5.

3. A photographer came to take student pictures. There was a choice of five different picture packages. The chart below shows how the number of wallet-sized pictures increases from package to package.

If the increase is the same from one package to the next, how many wallet-sized pictures should be in Package C?

18

20

22

24

The chart shows that the number of wallet-sized pictures increases by 2 from one package to the next. Therefore, if the increase is the same, Package C should have 24 wallet-sized pictures.

Explanation

The chart shows that the number of wallet-sized pictures increases by 2 from one package to the next. Therefore, if the increase is the same, Package C should have 24 wallet-sized pictures.

4. The swimming pool at the park needs to be filled. Which unit is best for measuring the amount of water needed to fill the pool?

Gallon

Ounce

Pint

Quart

The gallon is the best unit for measuring the amount of water needed to fill the pool because it is a larger unit of measurement compared to the other options (ounce, pint, and quart). The pool requires a significant amount of water, and gallons are commonly used to measure large volumes of liquid.

Explanation

The gallon is the best unit for measuring the amount of water needed to fill the pool because it is a larger unit of measurement compared to the other options (ounce, pint, and quart). The pool requires a significant amount of water, and gallons are commonly used to measure large volumes of liquid.

5. There are 287 girls and 344 boys at Rockville School Which expression shows the number of students at Rockville School?

344 - 287

344 + 287

344 x 287

344 ÷ 287

The expression 344 + 287 shows the number of students at Rockville School because it adds the number of boys (344) and the number of girls (287) together to get the total number of students.

Explanation

The expression 344 + 287 shows the number of students at Rockville School because it adds the number of boys (344) and the number of girls (287) together to get the total number of students.

6. Carl created fancy eggs for the rulers of Russia. A museum plans to show some of his eggs. The eggs will be shown in a glass case.

Each case will hold 3 eggs. If 27 eggs are to be shown, how many glass cases are needed?

3

9

27

30

In this question, notice it says that there are 27 eggs and each case will hold 3 eggs. This is all the information we need to find out how many glass cases are needed. The simplest thing to do is divide 27 by 3, or 27 ÷ 3 = 9.

Explanation

In this question, notice it says that there are 27 eggs and each case will hold 3 eggs. This is all the information we need to find out how many glass cases are needed. The simplest thing to do is divide 27 by 3, or 27 ÷ 3 = 9.

7. Zane jogged 2 miles each day for 6 days. Which equation below could be used to find the total number of miles that Zane jogged?

2 + 6 =

2 x 6 =

6 ÷ 2 =

6 - 2 =

The equation 2 x 6 can be used to find the total number of miles that Zane jogged. Multiplying 2 (the number of miles jogged each day) by 6 (the number of days) gives the total distance covered by Zane.

Explanation

The equation 2 x 6 can be used to find the total number of miles that Zane jogged. Multiplying 2 (the number of miles jogged each day) by 6 (the number of days) gives the total distance covered by Zane.

8. Elizabeth counted the number of fish in 2 aquariums at the zoo. There were 13 fish in the first and 31 fish in the second. How many fish were in the 2 aquariums?

18

44

46

48

Elizabeth counted the number of fish in two aquariums at the zoo. In the first aquarium, there were 13 fish, and in the second aquarium, there were 31 fish. To find the total number of fish in both aquariums, we add the number of fish in each aquarium together. So, 13 + 31 equals 44. Therefore, the correct answer is 44, which represents the total number of fish in the two aquariums.

Explanation

Elizabeth counted the number of fish in two aquariums at the zoo. In the first aquarium, there were 13 fish, and in the second aquarium, there were 31 fish. To find the total number of fish in both aquariums, we add the number of fish in each aquarium together. So, 13 + 31 equals 44. Therefore, the correct answer is 44, which represents the total number of fish in the two aquariums.

9. Angelina weighed her puppy, Jasper, every month. Each month she recorded Jasper's weight on this graph. How much did Jasper weigh when he was 3 months old?

3 pounds

10 pounds

12 pounds

15 pounds

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10. Ida's mother made a large rectangular poster for the school Jog-a-thon.

What is the perimeter of the poster?

16 feet

22 feet

26 feet

32 feet

The perimeter of a rectangle is calculated by adding up the lengths of all its sides. Since the poster is described as a "large rectangular poster," it can be assumed that it has four sides. Therefore, the perimeter of the poster would be 32 feet, as it is the only option provided that matches this criteria.

Explanation

The perimeter of a rectangle is calculated by adding up the lengths of all its sides. Since the poster is described as a "large rectangular poster," it can be assumed that it has four sides. Therefore, the perimeter of the poster would be 32 feet, as it is the only option provided that matches this criteria.

11. A snail can crawl 30 inches in 1 minute. If the snail crawls at this speed in one direction for 6 minutes, how far, in inches, will it travel?

240 inches

180 inches

36 inches

5 inches

The snail crawls at a speed of 30 inches per minute. If it crawls for 6 minutes, we can calculate the distance it will travel by multiplying its speed by the time it crawls. Therefore, 30 inches/minute * 6 minutes = 180 inches.

Explanation

The snail crawls at a speed of 30 inches per minute. If it crawls for 6 minutes, we can calculate the distance it will travel by multiplying its speed by the time it crawls. Therefore, 30 inches/minute * 6 minutes = 180 inches.

12. Kaylie wants to buy dog treats for her 4 dogs. At the pet store she sees the boxes of treats shown below. Which box of dog treats should Kaylie buy so that each of her dogs can receive an equal number of treats without any treats left over?

Kaylie should buy the box of dog treats with 12 treats. Since she has 4 dogs, each dog will receive 3 treats (12 divided by 4 equals 3) and there will be no treats left over.

Explanation

Kaylie should buy the box of dog treats with 12 treats. Since she has 4 dogs, each dog will receive 3 treats (12 divided by 4 equals 3) and there will be no treats left over.

13. Peter weighed himself. The scale below shows his weight in pounds.

Jan weighs less than Peter. Which of the following could be Jans's weight?

77

89

90

92

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Explanation

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14. Brenna, Carlos, Faye, and Lamir found shells while they were at the beach. The graph shows the number of shells each of them found.

How many shells did Brenna and Faye find all together?

36

18

9

6

Brenna and Faye found a total of 18 shells. This can be determined by adding the number of shells each of them found, which is 9 shells for Brenna and 9 shells for Faye.

Explanation

Brenna and Faye found a total of 18 shells. This can be determined by adding the number of shells each of them found, which is 9 shells for Brenna and 9 shells for Faye.

15. The distance around the middle of Earth is 12,757 kilometers. What is the place value of the digit 1 in the number 12,767?

Hundreds

Hundred thousands

Ten thousands

Thousands

The place value of a digit in a number determines its position in relation to the decimal point. In the number 12,767, the digit 1 is in the ten thousands place. This means that it represents a value of 10,000.

Explanation

The place value of a digit in a number determines its position in relation to the decimal point. In the number 12,767, the digit 1 is in the ten thousands place. This means that it represents a value of 10,000.

16. The chart shows the average daily temperature in Key West, Florida, for four month of the year

Based on the information in the chart, which month has the second lowest average daily temperature.

January

October

November

December

Pay attention to what the question asks. Always answer the question, and read carefully. The question calls for the second lowest average daily temperature. January has the lowest temperature, so it can't be that. The second lowest is December, which is what our answer is.
Remember to read the question twice if you have to!

Explanation

Pay attention to what the question asks. Always answer the question, and read carefully. The question calls for the second lowest average daily temperature. January has the lowest temperature, so it can't be that. The second lowest is December, which is what our answer is.
Remember to read the question twice if you have to!

17. An artist is making a pattern with tiles. The instructions ask for a tile with right angles. Which tile appears to have right angles?

Remember that 90 degree angles are always straight, never curved. Look at your paper for an example of a shape with right angles if you can't remember!

Explanation

Remember that 90 degree angles are always straight, never curved. Look at your paper for an example of a shape with right angles if you can't remember!

18. A dozen eggs costs $0.34 in 1915. A dozen eggs costs $1.20 in 1999. Which operation sign should be placed in the

to find out how much more a dozen eggs cost in 1999 than in 1915? 1.20

0.34

÷

X

+

-

To find out how much more a dozen eggs cost in 1999 than in 1915, we need to subtract the cost in 1915 from the cost in 1999. The operation sign "-" should be placed between the cost in 1999 ($1.20) and the cost in 1915 ($0.34) to indicate subtraction.

Explanation

To find out how much more a dozen eggs cost in 1999 than in 1915, we need to subtract the cost in 1915 from the cost in 1999. The operation sign "-" should be placed between the cost in 1999 ($1.20) and the cost in 1915 ($0.34) to indicate subtraction.

19. Third grade students made maps of Main Street. They used symbols for each office building, park, and house.

Which equation below could be used to find out how many more office buildings there are than parks?

3 + 1 = ͏

4 - 3 = ͏

3 - 1 = ͏

1 + 4 = ͏

The equation 3 - 1 = can be used to find out how many more office buildings there are than parks. By subtracting the number of parks (1) from the number of office buildings (3), we can determine the difference between the two.

Explanation

The equation 3 - 1 = can be used to find out how many more office buildings there are than parks. By subtracting the number of parks (1) from the number of office buildings (3), we can determine the difference between the two.

20. Matthew helped his mother collect toys for a play center. Matthew made a bar graph to show the toys that were collected for the play center.

How many more trucks were collected than the total number of games and dolls?

8

6

3

2

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21. The gallon of milk on the scale shown below weighs 8 pounds. The scale is balanced with 4 equal-sized bags of sugar

What is the weight of 1 bag of sugar?

1 pound

2 pounds

4 pounds

8 pounds

The gallon of milk weighs 8 pounds and the scale is balanced with 4 equal-sized bags of sugar. Therefore, the total weight on each side of the scale is 8 pounds. Since there are 4 bags of sugar, the weight of each bag must be 2 pounds in order to balance the scale.

Explanation

The gallon of milk weighs 8 pounds and the scale is balanced with 4 equal-sized bags of sugar. Therefore, the total weight on each side of the scale is 8 pounds. Since there are 4 bags of sugar, the weight of each bag must be 2 pounds in order to balance the scale.

22. Claude has 25 plastic bottles in a large bag. He placed 5 of the bottles in a 2-gallon recycling bin. Which of the following equations should be used to find the number of bottles Claude had left in the bag?

- 2 = 25

25 - 2 =

- 5 = 25

25 - 5 =

The correct equation to find the number of bottles Claude had left in the bag is 25 - 5. This equation subtracts the number of bottles placed in the recycling bin (5) from the total number of bottles (25), giving us the number of bottles that are left in the bag.

Explanation

The correct equation to find the number of bottles Claude had left in the bag is 25 - 5. This equation subtracts the number of bottles placed in the recycling bin (5) from the total number of bottles (25), giving us the number of bottles that are left in the bag.

23. Juan and Billy recorded the heights using a tape measure, as shown below.

How much taller was Billy than Juan?

½ inch

1 inch

1 ½ inches

2 ½ inches

Billy was 1 ½ inches taller than Juan.

Explanation

Billy was 1 ½ inches taller than Juan.

24. Carlton needs a new toothbrush and some toothpaste. He can choose from the toothbrush colors and toothspace flavors shown in the pictures below.

How many different combinations of 1 toothbrush color and 1 toothpaste flavor are possible?

2

3

5

6

There are 2 options for toothbrush color and 3 options for toothpaste flavor. To find the total number of combinations, we multiply the number of options for each item together: 2 (toothbrush color options) x 3 (toothpaste flavor options) = 6. Therefore, there are 6 different combinations of 1 toothbrush color and 1 toothpaste flavor possible.

Explanation

There are 2 options for toothbrush color and 3 options for toothpaste flavor. To find the total number of combinations, we multiply the number of options for each item together: 2 (toothbrush color options) x 3 (toothpaste flavor options) = 6. Therefore, there are 6 different combinations of 1 toothbrush color and 1 toothpaste flavor possible.

25. Samantha has a goldfish that she keeps in a glass bowl.

Which unit of measure should Samantha use to find the weight of her goldfish

Cup

Inch

Ounce

Ton

Samantha should use the unit of measure "ounce" to find the weight of her goldfish. Ounce is a commonly used unit for measuring the weight of small objects, including pets like goldfish. It is a more appropriate unit for measuring the weight of a goldfish than cup, inch, or ton, which are typically used for measuring volume, length, and larger weights respectively.

Explanation

Samantha should use the unit of measure "ounce" to find the weight of her goldfish. Ounce is a commonly used unit for measuring the weight of small objects, including pets like goldfish. It is a more appropriate unit for measuring the weight of a goldfish than cup, inch, or ton, which are typically used for measuring volume, length, and larger weights respectively.

26. Jaime's plane arrived at 5 p.m. The plan was 3 hours late.

What time should the plane have arrived?

2 p.m.

3 p.m.

5 p.m.

8 p.m.

Notice the keys words in this problem. The plane arrived at 5 p.m., but it was 3 hours late. This means in order to find when the plane should have arrived we simply subtract. Time the plane arrived - how many hours it was late = time the plane should have arrived. 5 - 3 = 2

Explanation

Notice the keys words in this problem. The plane arrived at 5 p.m., but it was 3 hours late. This means in order to find when the plane should have arrived we simply subtract. Time the plane arrived - how many hours it was late = time the plane should have arrived. 5 - 3 = 2

27. Mr. Flores ordered six ice cream cones for his family and himself. Three of the six cones had chocolate ice cream.

The fraction 3/6 represents the number of chocolate cones. Which fraction is equal to 3/6?

1/3

1/2

6/9

3/2

The fraction 1/2 is equal to 3/6 because both fractions represent the same amount. When simplified, 3/6 can be divided by 3 to become 1/2. This means that out of the six ice cream cones, three of them have chocolate ice cream, which is equivalent to half of the total number of cones.

Explanation

The fraction 1/2 is equal to 3/6 because both fractions represent the same amount. When simplified, 3/6 can be divided by 3 to become 1/2. This means that out of the six ice cream cones, three of them have chocolate ice cream, which is equivalent to half of the total number of cones.

28. A medium-sized pizza costs between $7 and $9, depending on which toppings are ordered. Which is the best estimate of the cost for 3 medium-sized pizzas?

$16

$18

$25

$31

The best estimate for the cost of 3 medium-sized pizzas can be found by taking the average cost of one pizza and multiplying it by 3. Since the cost of a medium-sized pizza ranges from $7 to $9, the average cost would be around $8. Therefore, the best estimate for the cost of 3 medium-sized pizzas would be $24.

Explanation

The best estimate for the cost of 3 medium-sized pizzas can be found by taking the average cost of one pizza and multiplying it by 3. Since the cost of a medium-sized pizza ranges from $7 to $9, the average cost would be around $8. Therefore, the best estimate for the cost of 3 medium-sized pizzas would be $24.

29. Kiley uses this spinner to play a game

Kiley's pointer has an equal chance of landing on which two sections?

Sections 1 and 3

Sections 2 and 3

Sections 5 and 2

Sections 5 and 3

The spinner has a total of 5 sections. Since Kiley's pointer has an equal chance of landing on any section, there is a 1/5 probability of it landing on section 2 and a 1/5 probability of it landing on section 3. Therefore, the correct answer is sections 2 and 3.

Explanation

The spinner has a total of 5 sections. Since Kiley's pointer has an equal chance of landing on any section, there is a 1/5 probability of it landing on section 2 and a 1/5 probability of it landing on section 3. Therefore, the correct answer is sections 2 and 3.

30. Jackie used ¾ cup of sugar to make cookies

Which of the following is greater than ¾

⅛ cup

⅜ cup

⅝ cup

⅞ cup

The given question asks which of the given options is greater than ¾ cup. The correct answer is ⅞ cup. This is because ⅞ is greater than ¾.

Explanation

The given question asks which of the given options is greater than ¾ cup. The correct answer is ⅞ cup. This is because ⅞ is greater than ¾.

31. The shaded rectangle on the grid below shows the size of a sandbox in the city park.

What is the area of the sandbox?

11 square feet

22 square feet

28 square feet

56 square feet

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32. Chan collects stamps. His stamp book holds 20 stamps per page. If he has completely filled 4 pages of his book, which of the following could be used to find the total number of stamps in his book?

20 + 4

20 - 4

20 x 4

20 ÷ 4

Chan's stamp book holds 20 stamps per page and he has completely filled 4 pages. To find the total number of stamps in his book, we can multiply the number of stamps per page (20) by the number of filled pages (4). Therefore, the correct answer is 20 x 4.

Explanation

Chan's stamp book holds 20 stamps per page and he has completely filled 4 pages. To find the total number of stamps in his book, we can multiply the number of stamps per page (20) by the number of filled pages (4). Therefore, the correct answer is 20 x 4.

33. Jolene had a clock in the bathroom across from a mirror.

When Jolene got ready for school, she looked at the clock. She also saw the clock's reflection in the mirror. Which picture shows how the clock looked reflected in the mirror?

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Explanation

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34. A school principal bought 10 fish tanks for all 5 third grade classes to share equally,

Which number sentence below could be used to find the number of fish tanks each class received?

10 + 5 =

10 - 5 =

10 x 5 =

10 ÷ 5 =

The number sentence 10 ÷ 5 can be used to find the number of fish tanks each class received.

Explanation

The number sentence 10 ÷ 5 can be used to find the number of fish tanks each class received.

35. Amelia saw the following picture of 4 squares in her mathematics book.

Square W

Square X

Square Y

Square Z

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Explanation

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36. Alexa saw many different shapes of windows on cars and trucks in a parking lot. Four of the windows she saw are drawn below.

Which window appears to have only 1 line of symmetry?

Window 1

Window 2

Window 3

Window 4

Window 4 appears to have only 1 line of symmetry. A line of symmetry divides an object into two equal halves that are mirror images of each other. By visual inspection, it can be observed that Window 4 has a vertical line of symmetry passing through its center, while the other windows do not have this characteristic. Therefore, Window 4 is the correct answer.

Explanation

Window 4 appears to have only 1 line of symmetry. A line of symmetry divides an object into two equal halves that are mirror images of each other. By visual inspection, it can be observed that Window 4 has a vertical line of symmetry passing through its center, while the other windows do not have this characteristic. Therefore, Window 4 is the correct answer.

37. On the last day of school, Mrs. Thompson's third grade class ran an obstacle course. A map of the course is shown below.

Which ordered pair best describes the location of the climbing wall?

(1,3)

(2,4)

(3,1)

(5,2)

The climbing wall is located at the coordinates (1,3) on the map.

Explanation

The climbing wall is located at the coordinates (1,3) on the map.

38. Mr. Thomison made a chart of the number of students who have jobs during group activities

What is the median number of students listed in the chart?

4

5

6

8

The median number of students listed in the chart is 5. This means that there are an equal number of students listed before and after the number 5 in the chart. Since there are no other numbers provided in the question, we can assume that the number 5 is the median.

Explanation

The median number of students listed in the chart is 5. This means that there are an equal number of students listed before and after the number 5 in the chart. Since there are no other numbers provided in the question, we can assume that the number 5 is the median.

39. Terrence put a CD in the CD player and pressed play. When he put the CD in, it looked like the picture below.

After the song ended, Terrence opened the CD player and the CD looked like it had rotated (turned) 180°. What figure below shows the CD after it rotated (turned) 180°?

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40. Students in an art club listed their ages.

What is the range of the ages listed on the table?

3

8

10

11

The range of the ages listed on the table is 3. This is because the range is the difference between the highest and lowest values in a set of data. In this case, the highest age listed is 11 and the lowest age listed is 8. Therefore, the range is 11 - 8 = 3.

Explanation

The range of the ages listed on the table is 3. This is because the range is the difference between the highest and lowest values in a set of data. In this case, the highest age listed is 11 and the lowest age listed is 8. Therefore, the range is 11 - 8 = 3.