BECE Mathematics 2024 Paper

Concept:The saving is the difference between the cost of 5 units of brand T and the cost of 5 units of brand S.Solution:Cost of 5 units of brand S: $5 \times 3{,}000 = 15{,}000$, i.e. GH₵ 15,000.00Cost of 5 units of brand T: $5 \times 4{,}000 = 20{,}000$, i.e. GH₵ 20,000.00 (the whole budget)Amount saved $= 20{,}000 - 15{,}000 = 5{,}000$, i.e. GH₵ 5,000.00Shortcut: Each unit of S is GH₵ 1,000.00 cheaper than T, so 5 units save $5 \times 1{,}000 = 5{,}000$ cedis.Answer:Option B (GH₵ 5,000.00)