Question

guy has saved a total of $95. he buys an airplane model kit for $9, and he wants to donate $8 to each of several local animal shelters. how much money will he have left if he donates to as many animal shelters as possible?

$6
$7
$8
$10

Explanation:

Calculate remaining money after buying the model kit

$$ 95 - 9 = 86 $$

Divide the remaining money by the donation amount per shelter

$$ 86 \div 8 = 10 \text{ R } 6 $$

Determine the final amount of money left over

$$ 86 - (10 \times 8) = 6 $$

Answer:

• (A) $6 (Correct answer)
• (B) $7
• (C) $8
• (D) $10