Cathy collected 230 local stamps and 60 foreign stamps. She gave 60% of the local stamps and 20% of the foreign stamps to Paul.
- How many stamps did Paul receive in all?
- What percentage of the stamps that Paul received were local stamps?
(a)
Number of local stamps given
= 60% x 230
=
60100 x 230
= 138
Number of foreign stamps given to Paul
= 20% x 60
=
20100 x 60
= 12
Number of stamps received by Paul
= 138 + 12
= 150
(b)
Percentage of stamps received that were local stamps
=
138150 x 100%
= 92%
Answer(s): (a) 150; (b) 92%