Julian had $20.40 less than Linda. He spent
35 of his money on a stapler which cost $4.50. Linda spent
13 of her money on a sweater. How much had Linda left?
| |
Julian |
Linda |
| Before |
5 u |
3 p |
| Change |
- 3 u |
- 1 p |
| After |
2 u |
2 p |
Amount that Julian spent on the stapler = 3 u
3 u = 4.50
1 u = 4.50 ÷ 3 = 1.50
Amount that Julian had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 1.50
= $7.50
Amount that Linda had at first
= 7.50 + 20.40
= $27.90
Fraction of money that Linda had left
= 1 -
13 =
23 Amount that Linda had at first = 3 p
3 p = 27.90
1 p = 27.90 ÷ 3 = 9.30
Amount that Linda had left
= 2 p
= 2 x 9.30
= $18.60
Answer(s): $18.60
