Bryan had $71.70 less than Jane. He spent
34 of his money on a stapler which cost $5.10. Jane spent
35 of her money on a sweater. How much had Jane left?
| |
Bryan |
Jane |
| Before |
4 u |
5 p |
| Change |
- 3 u |
- 3 p |
| After |
1 u |
2 p |
Amount that Bryan spent on the stapler = 3 u
3 u = 5.10
1 u = 5.10 ÷ 3 = 1.70
Amount that Bryan had at first
= 4 u
= 4 x 1.70
= $6.80
Amount that Jane had at first
= 6.80 + 71.70
= $78.50
Fraction of money that Jane had left
= 1 -
35 =
25 Amount that Jane had at first = 5 p
5 p = 78.50
1 p = 78.50 ÷ 5 = 15.70
Amount that Jane had left
= 2 p
= 2 x 15.70
= $31.40
Answer(s): $31.40
