A man earns N3,500 per month out of which he spends 15% on his children's...

JAMB 2012

A man earns N3,500 per month out of which he spends 15% on his children's education. If he spends additional N1,950 on food, how much does he have left?

A. N525
B. N1,025
C. N1,950
D. N2,975

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

Amount spent on children = \(\frac{15}{100} \times 3500 = N525\)

Amount spent = Amount on children + Additional amount on food

Amount Spent = N525 + N1950 = N2475

Therefore amount left = N3,500 - N2,475 = N1,025

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