Firefighter Math - Basic Algebra and Proportions
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Preparing for the firefighter math portion of a civil service exam is difficult. In fact, it is the section that gives most aspiring firefighters the most trouble. In this video series, we'll go over basic algebra and proportion questions that you may encounter. Use the video as a resource and click the link below to print the PDF and follow along.
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Firefighter math tests can cover a variety of different problem types. Typically you can expect to see problems covering geometry, algebra, fractions/decimals and word problems. Scoring high on the firefighter written test is important, as it is usually the first step to getting hired.
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Hi Mike, thanks for these videos. I'm using them to prepare for some upcomming CPS tests. Really useful. Something I noticed for question #3) 12 / 48 = X / 144... I understand the point is to show the same principles apply to larger numbered fractions as well as smaller ones. I was experimenting and noticed that you can reduce the first fraction 12/48 to 1/4 by dividing the top and bottom number by 12. It makes the division a little easier (144 divided by 4, which is 36).
Not a big deal, but it did make it faster and less intimidating for me. I thought it might help some of your other followers as well.
All the best and thanks again!
Finding X in 2/3=x/12 can be done much easier than the way you're doing it.
All you gotta do is divide 12 by 3 (the denominators) giving you 4 then multiply 2(the numerator given to you) by 4; giving the answer x=8
Taking my exam this Saturday and came across your channel back when I first began studying. I just want to pause and say THANK YOU so much for taking the time to create these resources for us! I can't tell you how often I referred back to your videos and worksheets. You are appreciated!
Hi Brittany, thanks for the kind words, I’m glad you found the videos useful! Best of luck on your test!
did you make it?
@@quintonudink3538 not yet, but I do have a chiefs interview next week so hoping for some luck. this journey is def a long one
@@brittanyhood5816 how was your interview? Also, it is a long process I’m currently on the list waiting for a call when the budget renews in January. Good luck on your journey because it’s worth the wait 👍
Thank you so MUCH! Word Problems are so challenging for some reason, this is helping a lot!
Thank you so much for your material. I am taking my exam on May, and this has been a great source of knowledge
Thank you for your service and thank you for this fantastic video.
Thank you, I’m glad you find them helpful!
I haven't looked at algebra in 25 years. Really great refresher explanations. With the word problems, how do we know how to set up the fractions? In the Dave/Steve problem it is pretty obvious, but in the last problem, how do we know that 36 goes over 360? I might have thought that X goes over 360, reading it as how much time (X) does it take to fill 360 gal? Obviously that's wrong because 36 gpm divided by 360 gal = 0.1 time. But I don't want to waste time during the test setting the problem up wrong.
Thank you so much
question with number 3 could you reduce all numbers by 12 first before you cross multiply??
Hey Mike thanks so much for these videos, i have a question. Would i be able to spend that much time on one problem?
You will be able to work out the problem if you’ve practiced similar problems beforehand.
Go slow at first to get the method then speed up.
Hey mike I just took my test and I’m not sure if I got the answer to the following question right: you are traveling 40mph how long would it take you (in minutes) to travel 6 miles? Thanks
So you know it will take you 60 minutes to travel 40 miles, so 60 divided by 40 is 1.5, you are traveling 1 mile in 1.5 minutes. So 6 multiplied by 1.5 is 9. It would take 9 minutes to travel 6 miles. (Cross multiplication is probably better but I did it this way)
Where can I get the work sheets from ? I’ve got an entry level test soon
On his website firefighter now
Just write down the formulas in the video
Is this an National testing Network testing information?
Fun Fact: Percentages are reversible. For example 8% of 25 is the same as 25% of 8
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To bad you can’t use calculator or scrap paper lol
cant use scrap paper?
@@joefather2463 the tests I’ve all done do not allow paper or a calculator and each question is timed
@@user-ep6wd7ip7vthats crazy
Bummer, imagine having dyscalculia and wanting to be a firefighter but will struggle with the math portion of these test 😓
@@MtbEMS still can reality you use none of the stuff in the test
Are you fire fighting---or teaching a math class? What is the purpose? This is no more clear than in high school and absolutely useless for anything.
I guess they dont want any stupid firefighters out there. Im SOL
Lol. It’s useless if you DON’T want to be a firefighter. You are asking the wrong question. He’s just trying to teach you what THEY want you to know
Thank hou