Emily had $180
t left after she spent
79 of her money on a bag. Then she spent the remaining money on skirts at $10
t each.
- How much money did Emily spend on the bag?
- How many skirts did she buy?
(a)
Fraction of her money left
= 1 -
79 =
29 29 of Emily's money = $180
t19 of Emily's money = 180
t ÷ 2 = $90
t 99 of Emily's money = 9 x 90
t = $810
tAmount that Emily spent on the bag
=
79 x 810
t = $630
t (b)
Number of skirts that Emily bought
= 180
t ÷ 10
t = 18
Answer(s): (a) $630
t; (b) 18