Emma collected 210 local stamps and 70 foreign stamps. She gave 60% of the local stamps and 20% of the foreign stamps to Ben.
- How many stamps did Ben receive in all?
- What percentage of the stamps that Ben received were local stamps?
(a)
Number of local stamps given
= 60% x 210
=
60100 x 210
= 126
Number of foreign stamps given to Ben
= 20% x 70
=
20100 x 70
= 14
Number of stamps received by Ben
= 126 + 14
= 140
(b)
Percentage of stamps received that were local stamps
=
126140 x 100%
= 90%
Answer(s): (a) 140; (b) 90%