Fanny had $102
y left after she spent
35 of her money on a handbag. Then she spent the remaining money on blouses at $17
y each.
- How much money did Fanny spend on the handbag?
- How many blouses did she buy?
(a)
Fraction of her money left
= 1 -
35 =
25 25 of Fanny's money = $102
y15 of Fanny's money = 102
y ÷ 2 = $51
y 55 of Fanny's money = 5 x 51
y = $255
yAmount that Fanny spent on the handbag
=
35 x 255
y = $153
y (b)
Number of blouses that Fanny bought
= 102
y ÷ 17
y = 6
Answer(s): (a) $153
y; (b) 6