Marion saved $364 in March. In April, her savings was 85% of the amount saved in March.
- How much money did she save in April?
- Marion was saving up money to go on a holiday which cost $1539. She has planned to save the remainder of the money for the holiday by the last day in August. What is the average amount of money she would need to save after March and April?
(a)
Amount saved in April
= 85% x 364
=
85100 x 364
= $309.40
(b)
Remaining amount to save
= 1539 - 364 - 309.40
= $865.60
Number of months from May to August = 4
Average amount that she needs to save each month
= 865.60 ÷ 4
= $216.40
Answer(s): (a) $309.40; (b) $216.40