Simon bought 4
c containers of persimmons. Each container has 33 persimmons. He gave away 75 persimmons to his friend.
- How many persimmons had he left?
- If he sold the rest at 50¢ each and c = 8, how much money did he receive from the persimmons sold? Give your answer in dollars.
(a)
Total number of persimmons
= 4
c x 33
= 132
c Number of persimmons left
= 132
c - 75
(b)
Total persimmons left
= 132
c - 75
= (132 x 8) - 75
= 1056 - 75
= 981
Total amount received from the sale
= 981 x 50
= 49050¢
$1 = 100¢
49050¢ = 49050 ÷ 100 = $490.50
Answer(s): (a) 132
c - 75; (b) $490.50