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Bobby spent $12 at the football game Friday night. He spent $2 on nachos, $5 on drinks, $3 on popcorn, and $2 on candy. What percentage of Bobby's expenses do the nachos and candy represent?

User Davin Studer
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The answer is 20%

Explanation: he spent 4$ on nachos and candy, over a total of 24. The fraction turns into 1/5 which as a percentage is 20%
User Juan Ferreras
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Answer:

33.3%

Explanation:

$2 on nachos and $2 on candy will get you $4 spent on them both.

You then have a fraction (4/12)which is 1/3.

1/3=33.3%

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