Question

Roger earns $24 a week by mowing lawns. He spends 1/6 of his esrnings on music. He saves the rest. How many dollars does Roger save? Tell how you found the answer

Answer 1

Answer: $20

Explanation:

Roger spends 1/6 of his earnings on music=
`(1)/(6)` x $24

= $4

hence, his savings = his earnings- what he spends

= $24 - $4

= $20