Shiyun had $150
j left after she spent
79 of her money on a bag. Then she spent the remaining money on jackets at $15
j each.
- How much money did Shiyun spend on the bag?
- How many jackets did she buy?
(a)
Fraction of her money left
= 1 -
79 =
29 29 of Shiyun's money = $150
j19 of Shiyun's money = 150
j ÷ 2 = $75
j 99 of Shiyun's money = 9 x 75
j = $675
jAmount that Shiyun spent on the bag
=
79 x 675
j = $525
j (b)
Number of jackets that Shiyun bought
= 150
j ÷ 15
j = 10
Answer(s): (a) $525
j; (b) 10