Nick had $64.10 less than Usha. He spent
29 of his money on a stapler which cost $5.20. Usha spent
25 of her money on a blouse. How much had Usha left?
| |
Nick |
Usha |
| Before |
9 u |
5 p |
| Change |
- 2 u |
- 2 p |
| After |
7 u |
3 p |
Amount that Nick spent on the stapler = 2 u
2 u = 5.20
1 u = 5.20 ÷ 2 = 2.60
Amount that Nick had at first
= 9 u
= 9 x 2.60
= $23.40
Amount that Usha had at first
= 23.40 + 64.10
= $87.50
Fraction of money that Usha had left
= 1 -
25 =
35 Amount that Usha had at first = 5 p
5 p = 87.50
1 p = 87.50 ÷ 5 = 17.50
Amount that Usha had left
= 3 p
= 3 x 17.50
= $52.50
Answer(s): $52.50
