GCSE Secondary Maths Age 13-17 - Number: Money - Problem - Explained

The video tutorial guides viewers through a problem involving the calculation of the cost of mushrooms based on given data. It starts with the purchase of apples and mushrooms, with a total cost provided. The cost of apples is known, and the tutorial demonstrates how to calculate the cost of mushrooms by subtracting the apple cost from the total. It further explains how to determine the cost per kilogram of mushrooms by dividing the cost of a smaller quantity. The tutorial emphasizes taking a step-by-step approach to solve the problem, ensuring clarity in arithmetic operations.

What is the total weight of apples purchased by Ipra?

• 5 kilograms

• 4 kilograms

• 3 kilograms

• 2 kilograms

How much does 3 kilograms of apples cost?

• £6.85

• £4.85

• £7.85

• £5.85

What is the cost of 0.4 kilograms of mushrooms?

• £1.08

• £0.98

• £1.28

• £1.18

How do you calculate the cost of 1 kilogram of mushrooms?

• Multiply the cost of 0.4 kg by 2.5

• Subtract the cost of apples from the total cost

• Divide the cost of 0.4 kg by 0.4

• Add the cost of apples to the total cost

What is the final cost of 1 kilogram of mushrooms?

• £1.70

• £2.70

• £3.70

• £4.70