Question

Yesterday, Bob earned $50 mowing lawns. Today, Bob earned 60% of what he earned yesterday mowing lawns. How much money did Bob earn mowing lawns today?

Answer 1

Bob earned $30 mowing lawns today by making 60% of what he earned yesterday, which was $50.

Step-by-step explanation:

The question asks how much money Bob earned mowing lawns today if he earned $50 yesterday and today he made 60% of yesterday's earnings. To calculate this, we need to find 60% of $50:

1. First, convert the percentage to a decimal by dividing by 100, which gives us 0.60.
2. Then, multiply this decimal by the amount earned yesterday, which is $50.
3. So, 0.60 multiplied by $50 equals $30.

Therefore, Bob earned $30 mowing lawns today.