Julian spent
25 of his allowance on a basketball set. He spent
12 of the remaining allowance on a flying saucer.
- What fraction of his allowance was left?
- If he had left $18, how much allowance did Julian have at first?
(a)
Fraction of allowance left after spending on a basketball set
= 1 -
25=
35Fraction of remaining allowance left
= 1 -
12=
12Fraction of his allowance left
=
35 x
12=
310(b)
Amount that Julian had at first = 10 u
Amount that Julian had left = 3 u
3 u = 18
1 u = 18 ÷ 3 = 6
Total amount that Julian had at first
= 10 u
= 10 x 6
= $60
Answer(s): (a)
310; (b) $60