Bryan spent
13 of his allowance on a marble. He spent
12 of the remaining allowance on a mini plane.
- What fraction of his allowance was left?
- If he had left $16, how much allowance did Bryan have at first?
(a)
Fraction of allowance left after spending on a marble
= 1 -
13=
23Fraction of remaining allowance left
= 1 -
12=
12Fraction of his allowance left
=
23 x
12=
26(b)
Amount that Bryan had at first = 6 u
Amount that Bryan had left = 2 u
2 u = 16
1 u = 16 ÷ 2 = 8
Total amount that Bryan had at first
= 6 u
= 6 x 8
= $48
Answer(s): (a)
26; (b) $48