Answer:
Cathy was driving at a speed of 67 miles per hour.
Step-by-step explanation:
Fined $15 for each mile per hour over the speed limit. Cathy was given a ticket for $105.
We solve this using a rule of three.
1 mile - $15
x miles - $105
Applying cross multiplication:
15x = 105
x = 105/5 = 7.
Cathy was 7 miles above the speed limit.
How fast was Cathy driving?
7 miles above the speed limit of 60 miles per hour, so 60 + 7 = 67 miles per hour.
Cathy was driving at a speed of 67 miles per hour.
The understanding one needs to work with percentages is:
1/100 = 1% = 0.01
Also
6/100 = 6% = 0.06
also
25/100=1/4=0.25=25%
To find a spesific share of a total, we can multiply the perectage with the total, like this: Total * 6% or in a way easier to work with: Total * 0.06 or (Total * 6)/100
If you have a calculator i would recommend using the decimals, as they are one of the easiest to type in - and remember once you get the hang of it.
To find the money Nina has saved, you do the following.
150*0.06=9$
Nina has saved 9 dollars.
The remaining percent she needs, is
100-6=94%
She still needs money for 94% of the bike.
