Solve it in Yuan Handout

The monetary unit in China is the yuan. The value of the yuan to the dollar changes frequently. For accuracy in solving the problems in this activity, check newspapers for the current rate. Otherwise, assume 90 yuan equal $1 American. Note: Yuan is shown as Y.

Part One:

Convert yuan to dollars. 1. YIOO = $_______ 2. Y300 = $_______ 3. Y500 = $_______ 4. YIOOO= $_______ 5. Y1500= $_______

Convert dollars to yuan. 6. $20 = Y_______ 7. $50 = Y_______ 8. $200 = Y_______ 9. $600 = Y_______ 10. $1400 = Y_______

Part Two:

A family of four (2 adults and 2 children) is visiting China. Their tour group is staying in Peking, the capital. A day on their own is scheduled. The family decides to visit The Imperial Palace (home of the ancient emperors), have dinner, then attend one of the acrobatic performances so popular in China. Solve the following problems to see how much money the family will spend.

11. The admission price to the Forbidden City and The Imperial Palace is Y250 for adults and Y200 for students. The family needs 2 adult and 2 student tickets.

1. How many yuan for 2 adults and 2 students?

2. How many American dollars for 2 adults and 2 students?

12. The family decides to try the famous Peking Duck dinner at a nice restaurant. The price of the dinner is Y2000 each.

1. How many yuan for 4 dinners?

2. How many American dollars for the 4 dinners?

13. After dinner the family attends a Chinese acrobatic performance. The cost for tickets is Y500 for adults and Y400 for students.

1. How many yuan for 2 adult and 2 student tickets?

2. How many American dollars for the 4 tickets?

14. The family takes a pedicab (three-wheeled pedal bicycle used as taxis) back to their hotel. The ride costs Y90 per mile for 4 people. The ride is 2 miles to the hotel.

1. How many yuan for the pedicab ride?

2. How many American dollars for the pedicab ride?

15. How many total yuan does the family spend for the day?

1. How many American dollars does the family spend for the day?

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Answer Key:
(These answers assume 90 yuan equal $1.)
1. $1.11
2. $3.33
3. $5.55
4. $11.11
5. $16.67
6. Yl,800
7. Y4,500
8. Y18,000
9. Y54,000
10. Y126,000
11. Y900; $10
12. Y8,000; $88.88
13. Yl,800; $20
14. Y180; $2
15. Y10,800; $120.88

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Excerpted from Africa, Europe & Asia: Ready to Use Interdisciplinary Lesson and Activities for Grades 5-12.