Hilda had $120
h left after she spent
25 of her money on a bag. Then she spent the remaining money on vests at $12
h each.
- How much money did Hilda spend on the bag?
- How many vests did she buy?
(a)
Fraction of her money left
= 1 -
25 =
35 35 of Hilda's money = $120
h15 of Hilda's money = 120
h ÷ 3 = $40
h 55 of Hilda's money = 5 x 40
h = $200
hAmount that Hilda spent on the bag
=
25 x 200
h = $80
h (b)
Number of vests that Hilda bought
= 120
h ÷ 12
h = 10
Answer(s): (a) $80
h; (b) 10