Shiyun had $140
q left after she spent
35 of her money on a wallet. Then she spent the remaining money on jackets at $10
q each.
- How much money did Shiyun spend on the wallet?
- How many jackets did she buy?
(a)
Fraction of her money left
= 1 -
35 =
25 25 of Shiyun's money = $140
q15 of Shiyun's money = 140
q ÷ 2 = $70
q 55 of Shiyun's money = 5 x 70
q = $350
qAmount that Shiyun spent on the wallet
=
35 x 350
q = $210
q (b)
Number of jackets that Shiyun bought
= 140
q ÷ 10
q = 14
Answer(s): (a) $210
q; (b) 14