Linda had $140
z left after she spent
49 of her money on a wallet. Then she spent the remaining money on blazers at $10
z each.
- How much money did Linda spend on the wallet?
- How many blazers did she buy?
(a)
Fraction of her money left
= 1 -
49 =
59 59 of Linda's money = $140
z19 of Linda's money = 140
z ÷ 5 = $28
z 99 of Linda's money = 9 x 28
z = $252
zAmount that Linda spent on the wallet
=
49 x 252
z = $112
z (b)
Number of blazers that Linda bought
= 140
z ÷ 10
z = 14
Answer(s): (a) $112
z; (b) 14