Kathy saved $341 in April. In May, her savings was 60% of the amount saved in April.
- How much money did she save in May?
- Kathy was saving up money to go on a holiday which cost $2462. She has planned to save the remainder of the money for the holiday by the last day in September. What is the average amount of money she would need to save after April and May?
(a)
Amount saved in May
= 60% x 341
=
60100 x 341
= $204.60
(b)
Remaining amount to save
= 2462 - 341 - 204.60
= $1916.40
Number of months from June to September = 4
Average amount that she needs to save each month
= 1916.40 ÷ 4
= $479.10
Answer(s): (a) $204.60; (b) $479.10