Tammy had $180
s left after she spent
35 of her money on a purse. Then she spent the remaining money on blazers at $18
s each.
- How much money did Tammy spend on the purse?
- How many blazers did she buy?
(a)
Fraction of her money left
= 1 -
35 =
25 25 of Tammy's money = $180
s15 of Tammy's money = 180
s ÷ 2 = $90
s 55 of Tammy's money = 5 x 90
s = $450
sAmount that Tammy spent on the purse
=
35 x 450
s = $270
s (b)
Number of blazers that Tammy bought
= 180
s ÷ 18
s = 10
Answer(s): (a) $270
s; (b) 10