Jane spent
15 of her money on guide books and
15 of her money on a sweater. If she was left with $15,
- 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 Jane had at first = 5 u
Amount that Jane had left = 3 u
3 u = 15
1 u = 15 ÷ 3 = 5
Amount that she had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 5
= $25
Answer(s): (a)
35; (b) $25