Winnie had $156
d left after she spent
79 of her money on a purse. Then she spent the remaining money on shirts at $12
d each.
- How much money did Winnie spend on the purse?
- How many shirts did she buy?
(a)
Fraction of her money left
= 1 -
79 =
29 29 of Winnie's money = $156
d19 of Winnie's money = 156
d ÷ 2 = $78
d 99 of Winnie's money = 9 x 78
d = $702
dAmount that Winnie spent on the purse
=
79 x 702
d = $546
d (b)
Number of shirts that Winnie bought
= 156
d ÷ 12
d = 13
Answer(s): (a) $546
d; (b) 13