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Kai spent 90% of his money on a laptop that cost $423. Does he have enough money left to buy a scanner that costs $59?

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11 votes

Answer:

No

Explanation:

90% -> 423

100% -> 470 ( what he had before buyin the laptop)

470-423 = 47 (what he left after buying laptop )

User SpacePope
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Answer:

Nope! He does not have enough.

Explanation:

90% = .9

.9 x 423 = 380.7

423 - 380.7 = 42.3

42.3 is less than 59

User Anurag Wagh
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