Abi had $2385. She spent $269 on a stereo system. She used the remaining amount of money to buy a laptop and a printer. The printer cost $726 more than the laptop.
- How much did she pay for the laptop and the printer?
- How much did she spend on the laptop?
(a)
Amount that Abi spent on the laptop and the printer
= 2385 - 269
= $2116
(b)
Amount that Abi spent on the laptop
= (2116 - 726) ÷ 2
= 1390 ÷ 2
= $695
Answer(s): (a) $2116; (b) $695