Emma had $1704. She spent $417 on a hi-fi system. She used the remaining amount of money to buy a stereo system and a computer. The computer cost $835 more than the stereo system.
- How much did she pay for the stereo system and the computer?
- How much did she spend on the stereo system?
(a)
Amount that Emma spent on the stereo system and the computer
= 1704 - 417
= $1287
(b)
Amount that Emma spent on the stereo system
= (1287 - 835) ÷ 2
= 452 ÷ 2
= $226
Answer(s): (a) $1287; (b) $226