0580/42 May/Jun 2026, Question 4: Percentages and deposits
Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 42 (Extended) · Calculator · 3 marks
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The question, in short
A TV costs $1260. A 35% deposit is paid, and the rest is paid in monthly amounts of $45.50. How many monthly payments are made?
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Solution · 3 marks
- 1Deposit = 0.35 × 1260 = 441
- 2Remaining = 1260 − 441 = 819
- 3819 ÷ 45.50 = 18
Answer18
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