Glen spent
35 of his salary on a lego set. He spent
34 of the remaining salary on a glowstick.
- What fraction of his salary was left?
- If he had left $10, how much salary did Glen have at first?
(a)
Fraction of salary left after spending on a lego set
= 1 -
35=
25Fraction of remaining salary left
= 1 -
34=
14Fraction of his salary left
=
25 x
14=
220(b)
Amount that Glen had at first = 20 u
Amount that Glen had left = 2 u
2 u = 10
1 u = 10 ÷ 2 = 5
Total amount that Glen had at first
= 20 u
= 20 x 5
= $100
Answer(s): (a)
220; (b) $100