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Year 5 maths · AG.1 · Money: Whole Pounds

Buy several items and find the change

Multiply to find the cost, then subtract for change.

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  1. Mateo buys 3 ride tokens at £14 each and pays with a £50 note. How much change does Mateo get?

    Answer: £8

  2. Mei buys 3 snacks at £10 each and pays with a £50 note. How much change does Mei get?

    Answer: £20

  3. Chloé buys 4 ride tokens at £8 each and pays with a £50 note. How much change does Chloé get?

    Answer: £18

Tip: Multiply to find the cost, then subtract for change.

On paper: this skill is in the printable pack Grade 4 Word Problems: 100 Canadian Situations, with an answer key.

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