Question

Mary missed the bus and has to go to work by foot. She walked 80% of the distance and

runs the rest. How far is she running if it is 9.0 km to her work place?

Answer 1

100 - 80 = 20%

She ran 20% of the journey

20% x 9km = 0.2 x 9 = 1.8 km

Answer: She ran 1.8 km