Wendy had $110
a left after she spent
79 of her money on a jar. Then she spent the remaining money on dresses at $10
a each.
- How much money did Wendy spend on the jar?
- How many dresses did she buy?
(a)
Fraction of her money left
= 1 -
79 =
29 29 of Wendy's money = $110
a19 of Wendy's money = 110
a ÷ 2 = $55
a 99 of Wendy's money = 9 x 55
a = $495
aAmount that Wendy spent on the jar
=
79 x 495
a = $385
a (b)
Number of dresses that Wendy bought
= 110
a ÷ 10
a = 11
Answer(s): (a) $385
a; (b) 11