Question

Ben saved $75 over the summer from his part-time job. He withdrew 40% of the money to buy new clothes. The rest of the money he kept in his bank account. How much money did Ben spend on new clothes?

Answer 1

$30

Explanation:

first turn 40% to a fraction. (this will be 4/10)

next because 75 is a whole number, put it over one. (75/1)

next multiply 4/10 by 75/1. (you should get 300/10)

lastly simplify! (you should get 30)

Answer 2

Ben spent $30 on new clothes