Question

Blake is paid $8.75 an hour. He worked 6 hours and spent 1 5 of his pay on a book. How much money did he have after he paid for the book?

Answer 1

Answer: $42

Explanation:

His total pay is $52.50 = 8.47x6

if he spent 1/5 then he has 4/5 left. 4/5 times 52.50 = 4(10.50 = $42