At Tian Tian Fruits Stall, dragonfruits are sold in packets of 2 and kiwis are sold in packets of 3. Ivory bought 16 dragonfruits and 6 kiwis. How much did she pay for the dragonfruits and kiwis altogether?
| Fruits |
Cost |
| One packet of 2 dragonfruits |
$4 |
| One packet of 3 kiwis |
$5.40 |
Number of packets of dragonfruits
= 16 ÷ 2
= 8
Cost of the dragonfruits
= 8 x 4
= $32
Number of packets of kiwis
= 6 ÷ 3
= 2
Cost of the kiwis
= 2 x 5.40
= $10.80
Total cost for the dragonfruits and the kiwis
= 32 + 10.80
= $42.80
Answer(s): $42.80
