Question

Mr Taylor brought back 180 Euros to the UK. The exchange rate was €1.2 to £1.
How much did he get in £ sterling?

Answer 1

The answer is £150.

This could be calculated using proportion. If £1 is €1.2, how many £ is €180:
£1 : €1.2 = x : €180
x = £1 ÷ €1.2 × €180
x = £150