Question

Zeke goes to a skate shop with his friend Tristan. Tristan buys a helmet that costs $28.75. Zeke finds a helmet that is

3
5
of the cost of Tristan's helmet. If Zeke gives the cashier a $20 bill, how much change will he receive?

Answer 1

Zeke will receive $2.75.

Explanation:

Helmet cost: (3/5) x 28.75 = $17.25

Gives = $20

20 - 17.25 = 2.75

Original question:

Zeke goes to a skate shop with his friend Tristan. Tristan buys a helmet that costs $28.75. Zeke finds a helmet that is (3/5) of the cost of Tristan's helmet. If Zeke gives the cashier a $20 bill, how much change will he receive?