Fiona had $120
p left after she spent
38 of her money on a handbag. Then she spent the remaining money on dresses at $10
p each.
- How much money did Fiona spend on the handbag?
- How many dresses did she buy?
(a)
Fraction of her money left
= 1 -
38 =
58 58 of Fiona's money = $120
p18 of Fiona's money = 120
p ÷ 5 = $24
p 88 of Fiona's money = 8 x 24
p = $192
pAmount that Fiona spent on the handbag
=
38 x 192
p = $72
p (b)
Number of dresses that Fiona bought
= 120
p ÷ 10
p = 12
Answer(s): (a) $72
p; (b) 12