Marion had $105
z left after she spent
29 of her money on a bag. Then she spent the remaining money on jackets at $15
z each.
- How much money did Marion spend on the bag?
- How many jackets did she buy?
(a)
Fraction of her money left
= 1 -
29 =
79 79 of Marion's money = $105
z19 of Marion's money = 105
z ÷ 7 = $15
z 99 of Marion's money = 9 x 15
z = $135
zAmount that Marion spent on the bag
=
29 x 135
z = $30
z (b)
Number of jackets that Marion bought
= 105
z ÷ 15
z = 7
Answer(s): (a) $30
z; (b) 7