Question

Riley is saving up to buy a new television. She needs a total of $1,150.89. Riley has saved $200.13 already and earns $79.23 per

week at her job. How many weeks does Riley need to work to save enough money to buy the new television?
A. 12
B. 13
C. 11
D. 10

Answer 1

A. 12

Explanation:

$1,150.89 - $200.13 = $950.76

$950.76 / $79.23 weekly = 12 weeks

To check:

12 weeks x $79.23 = $950.76

$950.76 + $200.13 = $1,150.89