Stein Money Word Problems October 17, 2023

Front

What is the formula to calculate earnings per hour?

Back

Earnings per hour = Total earnings / Total hours worked.

Front

If Jane worked for 3 hours and earned $30, how much did she earn per hour?

Back

$10.00

Front

How do you calculate the total cost of multiple classes?

Back

Total cost = Cost per class x Number of classes.

Front

George C paid $300 for 5 surfing classes costing $45.98 each. How much change did he receive?

Back

$70.10

Front

What is the total amount spent if Wyatt bought paper plates for $35.00 and paper cups for $23.00?

Back

$58.00

Front

How do you find the savings when choosing between two prices?

Back

Savings = Price of larger item - Price of smaller item.

Front

If a large tag costs $8.17 and a small tag costs $7.14, how much does Diana save by choosing the small tag?

Back

$1.03

Front

What is the formula to calculate total earnings for a day's work?

Back

Total earnings = Hourly wage x Hours worked.

Front

Robyn earns $11.98 per hour and works 5 hours. How much does she earn for a day's work?

Back

$59.90

Front

What is the importance of understanding money word problems?

Back

It helps in real-life situations involving budgeting, spending, and saving.