Gabby bought 2 kg of kiwis at $
t per kg and 3 kg of apples at $4
t per kg.
- Find the amount that she paid for the fruits in terms of t.
- If t = 5, how much change did Mrs Gabby receive if she paid the fruit seller with a $100 note?
(a)
Amount paid for the kiwis
= 2 x
t = $2
t Amount paid for the apples
= 3 x 4
t = $12
t Total amount paid for the fruits
= 2
t + 12
t = $14
t (b)
Amount that Mrs Gabby paid for the fruits
= 14
t = 14 x 5
= $70
Amount of change that Mrs Gabby received
= 100 - 70
= $30
Answer(s): (a) $14
t ; (b) $30