Rachel spent
15 of her money on guide books and
15 of her money on a shirt. If she was left with $27,
- what fraction of her money was not spent?
- how much money did she have at first?
(a)
Fraction of money spent
=
15 +
15=
25Fraction of money left
= 1 -
25=
35(b)
Amount that Rachel had at first = 5 u
Amount that Rachel had left = 3 u
3 u = 27
1 u = 27 ÷ 3 = 9
Amount that she had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 9
= $45
Answer(s): (a)
35; (b) $45