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4MA1/2FR Jan 2019, Question 9: Earnings and Deductions

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics A 4MA1 · Paper 2FR (Foundation) · Calculator · 3 marks

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Pierre buys 2 coffees at 2.10 euros, 2 teas at 1.80 euros and 3 croissants, paying with a 20 euro note and getting 8.75 euros change. Find the cost of one croissant.

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Solution · 3 marks

  1. 12 × 2.10 = 4.20
  2. 22 × 1.80 = 3.60
  3. 34.20 + 3.60 = 7.80
  4. 420 − 8.75 = 11.25
  5. 511.25 − 7.80 = 3.45
  6. 63.45 ÷ 3 = 1.15

Answer1.15

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