Marion bought some fruits. She spent $16 more than
34 of her money on some guavas. She then spent $9 more than 20% of the remaining money on some kiwis. Given that she had $27 left,
- How much did Marion have at first?
- How many kilograms of kiwis did she buy if they cost $3 per kg?
(a)
100% - 20% = 80%
80% of remaining money
= 27 + 9
= 36
1% of remaining money
= 36 ÷ 80
= 0.45
100% of remaining money
= 100 x 0.45
= 45
14 of total money
= 45 + 16
= $61
44 of total money
= 4 x 61
= $244
Amount that Marion had at first = $244
(b)
20% of the remaining money
= 45 x 20%
= 45 x
20100 = $9
Amount spent on kiwis
= 9 + 9
= $18
Weight of kiwis bought
= 18 ÷ 3
= 6 kg
Answer(s): (a) $244; (b) 9 kg