Xandra had $1459. She spent $305 on a tablet. She used the remaining amount of money to buy a stereo system and a printer. The printer cost $620 more than the stereo system.
- How much did she pay for the stereo system and the printer?
- How much did she spend on the stereo system?
(a)
Amount that Xandra spent on the stereo system and the printer
= 1459 - 305
= $1154
(b)
Amount that Xandra spent on the stereo system
= (1154 - 620) ÷ 2
= 534 ÷ 2
= $267
Answer(s): (a) $1154; (b) $267