Vincent spent
25 of his salary on food and gave
13 of his salary to his buddy. In the end, he was left with $700 for himself.
- What fraction of his salary had he left?
- How much was his salary?
(a)
Fraction of the salary left
= 1 -
25 -
13= 1 -
615 -
515=
415 (b)
Vincent's salary = 15 u
Amount that Vincent had left = 4 u
4 u = 700
1 u = 700 ÷ 4 = 175
Vincent's salary
= 15 u
= 15 x 175
= $2625
Answer(s): (a)
415;(b) $2625