0580/12 Oct/Nov 2022, Question 15: Earnings and Deductions
Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 12 (Core) · Calculator · 3 marks
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The question, in short
Jenna spends $33.48 on 2.4 m of ribbon and 4.8 m of fabric, with ribbon at $0.85 per metre. Work out the price of one metre of fabric.
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Solution · 3 marks
- 1Ribbon = 2.4 × 0.85 = $2.04
- 2Fabric = 33.48 − 2.04 = $31.44
- 31 m of fabric = 31.44 ÷ 4.8 = $6.55
Answer6.55
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