Question

Mau Problem of the Month

Jose went to the mall with his friends to spend the
money that he had received for his birthday. When he
got home he still had $24 remaining. He had spent 3/5
of his birthday money at the mall on video games and
food. How much money did he spend? How much
money had he received for his birthday?

Answer 1

a) $14.4

b) $38.4

Explanation:

a) 3/5 × 24 = 14.4

b) 14.4 + 24 = 38.4