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ACTIVITY 1
Reed and understand the word problem carefully. Show the solution in the space provided
1. The Asuncion family had a dinner in a restaurant. Mr. Albert gave a tip to the waiter, which
was 5% of the amount paid for the food. If P784 was paid, how much was the given?
2 There are 40 carpenters working on a building. On one rainy day, 70% of them were
present. How many carpenters came for work that day?
3. Amman had P500. He spent 25.5% of it for food. How much did he spend for food?
4. There are 80 items in math quiz Peter got 70% correct answers. How many items did he
miss?
Answers & Comments
1. P 39.2
• 784x5%= 39.2
2. 28 Carpenters
• 40x70% = 28
3. P 127.5
• 500x25.5%=127.5
4. 24 items
• 80x70%=56
80-56=24