Gabby spent
15 of her money on story books and
15 of her money on a blouse. If she was left with $12,
- 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 Gabby had at first = 5 u
Amount that Gabby had left = 3 u
3 u = 12
1 u = 12 ÷ 3 = 4
Amount that she had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 4
= $20
Answer(s): (a)
35; (b) $20