Question

Gabriel saves 40% of his monthly paycheck for college. He earned $270 last month. How much money did Gabriel save for college?

Answer 1

108

Explanation:

40/100 = x/270

40 x 270 = 10,800

10,800 = 100x

Divide by 100

X =108

40% of 270 is 108 so

Answer 2

108

Explanation:

To determine what he will save, take the amount of his paycheck and multiply by the savings rate

Savings = paycheck * savings rate

Savings = 270 * .40

Savings = 108