PSLE At first, Nicole had 73 cards and some coins. After she gave away 24 cards and 40% of the coins, she had a total of 58 cards and coins. How many coins did Nicole give away?
|
Cards |
Coins |
Total |
Before |
73 |
5 u |
|
Change |
- 24 |
- 2 u |
|
After |
49 |
3 u |
58 |
40% =
40100 =
25 Number of cards that Nicole left
= 73 - 24
= 49
Number of coins that Nicole left
= 58 - 49
= 9
3 u = 9
1 u = 9 ÷ 3 = 3
Number of coins that Nicole gave away
= 2 u
= 2 x 3
= 6
Answer(s): 6