Natalie had $126
p left after she spent
25 of her money on a handbag. Then she spent the remaining money on blouses at $14
p each.
- How much money did Natalie spend on the handbag?
- How many blouses did she buy?
(a)
Fraction of her money left
= 1 -
25 =
35 35 of Natalie's money = $126
p15 of Natalie's money = 126
p ÷ 3 = $42
p 55 of Natalie's money = 5 x 42
p = $210
pAmount that Natalie spent on the handbag
=
25 x 210
p = $84
p (b)
Number of blouses that Natalie bought
= 126
p ÷ 14
p = 9
Answer(s): (a) $84
p; (b) 9