Flynn spent
14 of his allowance on a doll set. He spent
23 of the remaining allowance on a marble.
- What fraction of his allowance was left?
- If he had left $18, how much allowance did Flynn have at first?
(a)
Fraction of allowance left after spending on a doll set
= 1 -
14=
34Fraction of remaining allowance left
= 1 -
23=
13Fraction of his allowance left
=
34 x
13=
312(b)
Amount that Flynn had at first = 12 u
Amount that Flynn had left = 3 u
3 u = 18
1 u = 18 ÷ 3 = 6
Total amount that Flynn had at first
= 12 u
= 12 x 6
= $72
Answer(s): (a)
312; (b) $72