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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4 - Whence Innumeracy?.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Paulos refers to which Italian scientist?
(a) Einstein.
(b) Galileo.
(c) Fermi.
(d) Newton.

2. What is Paulos' forte?
(a) Devising new calculating systems.
(b) Creating word problems.
(c) Explaining coincidences.
(d) Solving riddles.

3. Many people assume that cashiers can calculate ________.
(a) Refunds.
(b) Discounts.
(c) Multiple items.
(d) Change.

4. What percentage of rain is referenced?
(a) 50%.
(b) 25%.
(c) 75%.
(d) 40%.

5. What professional often makes major errors in calculating percentages?
(a) Salesman.
(b) Lawyer.
(c) Math teacher.
(d) Doctor.

Short Answer Questions

1. The city is the capital of which country?

2. Which of the following is rationalized?

3. Which staff member is mentioned?

4. Things are often misused if they are ______.

5. Where was the inventor from?

(see the answer key)

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