Billy had $46.50 less than Emily. He spent
34 of his money on a stapler which cost $6.30. Emily spent
49 of her money on a jumpsuit. How much had Emily left?
| |
Billy |
Emily |
| Before |
4 u |
9 p |
| Change |
- 3 u |
- 4 p |
| After |
1 u |
5 p |
Amount that Billy spent on the stapler = 3 u
3 u = 6.30
1 u = 6.30 ÷ 3 = 2.10
Amount that Billy had at first
= 4 u
= 4 x 2.10
= $8.40
Amount that Emily had at first
= 8.40 + 46.50
= $54.90
Fraction of money that Emily had left
= 1 -
49 =
59 Amount that Emily had at first = 9 p
9 p = 54.90
1 p = 54.90 ÷ 9 = 6.10
Amount that Emily had left
= 5 p
= 5 x 6.10
= $30.50
Answer(s): $30.50
