Real-life Math Problem
With a
partner, attempt it without the use of a calculator!!!!
Problem #1
In 1997 John
bought a used car with 28,643 kilometers.
He sold the car in 2014 with 90,782 kilometers.
During his years of ownership, how many kilometers did he
average per year?
Problem #2
John bought a used car for $4,250.00 He invested $1,750.00 into fixing it
up. When he flips it, he wants to get
back the money invested into it plus a 75% profit. What price will he list the car for?
Problem #3
John gutted his rectangular kitchen
that measures 8’ x 14’. He plans to lay
a ceramic floor using square tiles measuring 13’ x 13’ each. 1 box of tiles will cover 18 square
feet. How many boxes and/or tiles will
he need approximately? If you allow 10%
for waste (mistakes made when cutting) how many extra boxes should he buy?
Problem #4
You and your sibling decide to move
out. You manage to buy a house 50/50 that
costs $539 900. It will need $22 500
worth of renovations. How much will it cost each sibling? You have a separate side entrance and decide
to rent out a portion of the basement for $850/month. How much income will you make per year on the
rental? How many years will you have to
rent the basement for to pay back 25% of the house?
Problem #5
You and your 2 friends embark on a business partnership. You decide to buy a Tim Horton franchise for $435,879. How much $ is each partner responsible for if
it’s split evenly 3 ways?
Problem #6
