Betty collected 270 local stamps and 100 foreign stamps. She gave 50% of the local stamps and 15% of the foreign stamps to Sean.
- How many stamps did Sean receive in all?
- What percentage of the stamps that Sean received were local stamps?
(a)
Number of local stamps given
= 50% x 270
=
50100 x 270
= 135
Number of foreign stamps given to Sean
= 15% x 100
=
15100 x 100
= 15
Number of stamps received by Sean
= 135 + 15
= 150
(b)
Percentage of stamps received that were local stamps
=
135150 x 100%
= 90%
Answer(s): (a) 150; (b) 90%