Irene had $180
i left after she spent
38 of her money on a purse. Then she spent the remaining money on dresses at $12
i each.
- How much money did Irene spend on the purse?
- How many dresses did she buy?
(a)
Fraction of her money left
= 1 -
38 =
58 58 of Irene's money = $180
i18 of Irene's money = 180
i ÷ 5 = $36
i 88 of Irene's money = 8 x 36
i = $288
iAmount that Irene spent on the purse
=
38 x 288
i = $108
i (b)
Number of dresses that Irene bought
= 180
i ÷ 12
i = 15
Answer(s): (a) $108
i; (b) 15