The Mount Dora approval log has 22 requests, 17 approved, and 2 rejected. How many requests remain pending?
Correct Answer
C) 3 requests
Pending requests equal total requests less approved and rejected requests.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Pending requests equal total requests less approved and rejected requests.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: 17 requests
17 requests is above the supported result for approval log; it likely double-counts allowance, uses the wrong unit, or rounds too early.
Option B: 2 requests
2 requests is below the supported result for approval log; it likely omits allowance, conversion, coverage, or final round-up.
Option D: 39 requests
39 requests is above the supported result for approval log; it likely double-counts allowance, uses the wrong unit, or rounds too early.
Memory Technique
Office Manager takeoff: count the condition before counting the package.
Reference Hint
Open-book path: tab Contractor's Manual, 2025 to Business Administration, Approval Logs and Workflow; verify the record, approval, or control duty before selecting the answer.
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