Marion had $162
g left after she spent
47 of her money on a jar. Then she spent the remaining money on sweaters at $18
g each.
- How much money did Marion spend on the jar?
- How many sweaters did she buy?
(a)
Fraction of her money left
= 1 -
47 =
37 37 of Marion's money = $162
g17 of Marion's money = 162
g ÷ 3 = $54
g 77 of Marion's money = 7 x 54
g = $378
gAmount that Marion spent on the jar
=
47 x 378
g = $216
g (b)
Number of sweaters that Marion bought
= 162
g ÷ 18
g = 9
Answer(s): (a) $216
g; (b) 9