Math Instructor Interview Questions
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Math Instructor interview questions shared by candidates
I think the most difficult one was similar to: "A solution containing 30% juice is mixed with a solution containing 10% juice to make 100 gallons of solution containing 12% juice. How many gallons of the 30% solution was used?"
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10 gallons of 30% and 90 gallons of 10% juice.
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10 gallons of 30% and 90 gallons of 10% juice.
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I set it up like this. (.30)(x) + .10(100-x) = .12( 100) and solved for x. x = 10 gallons... therefore 10 gallons of 30% and 90 gallons of 10% Less
How would you explain what a denominator is to a kid who doesn't know much about fractions?
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It's the total number of pieces the pie is cut into. If they don't know much about fractions they're in 2nd or 3rd grade. Give them a real like application for it to make more sense Less
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It is the total number of equal parts in one whole...
What is 16% of 350
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by using the def of percent which is the every 100. Thus it should be 16*3 + 8
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I did 10*3+6*3+8
Are you comfortable in taking a math assessment test?
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Of course, will love to show you that I am a good fit.
Q: If you had a class with 7 kids and only 5 calculators, what would you do?
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A: Have kids share or try to locate more calculators.
How would you explain 15% of 300 to a child?
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First, I tried using algebra. But, it made more sense to try and use graphics.
What skills and experiences do you have that will help you be successful in this role?
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I have good communication skills - I can explain concepts with appropriate details, depending on my audience. I frequently ask my audience if they understand what I'm saying, and if not, I try to explain in other ways. As for experience, a group of friends and I made a study group during our first year in university. I was in charge of clarifying any confusions that arose in math classes. I have helped a lot of my friends with various problems in assignments and past exams. After I explained to them a certain concept that the question was asking to apply, they were able to easily solve said problems. Less
