Gabby bought some fruits. She spent $19 more than
34 of her money on some pears. She then spent $6 more than 30% of the remaining money on some peaches. Given that she had $22 left,
- How much did Gabby have at first?
- How many kilograms of peaches did she buy if they cost $3 per kg?
(a)
100% - 30% = 70%
70% of remaining money
= 22 + 6
= 28
1% of remaining money
= 28 ÷ 70
= 0.4
100% of remaining money
= 100 x 0.4
= 40
14 of total money
= 40 + 19
= $59
44 of total money
= 4 x 59
= $236
Amount that Gabby had at first = $236
(b)
30% of the remaining money
= 40 x 30%
= 40 x
30100 = $12
Amount spent on peaches
= 6 + 12
= $18
Weight of peaches bought
= 18 ÷ 3
= 6 kg
Answer(s): (a) $236; (b) 6 kg