Convert the two fractions into simpler fractions: 3 2/5 --> 17/5 and 4 1/5 --> 21/5. Notice the the denominators are identical, so we simply add the numerators: (17 + 21)/5 = 38/5 = 7 3/5.
There is an easier way to do this, this is just the most clear way of seeing everything.
Subtract 42 from 44.92 and then divide by 42. So it is 7%
Answer:
The bag costs 1500, while the umbrella cost 500
Step-by-step explanation:
Let the cost of the bag be b and the cost of the umbrella be u
Total cost is;
b + u = 2,000 •••••(i)
From the second part of the question;
b = 5u-1000 ••••••(ii)
Substitute ii into i
5u-1000 + u = 2000
6u = 2000 + 1000
6u = 3000
u = 3000/6
u = 500
To get b, substitute the value of u into equation ii
b = 5(500)-1000
b = 2500-1000
b = 1500
