George spent
45 of his allowance on a toy figurine. He spent
13 of the remaining allowance on a kitchen set.
- What fraction of his allowance was left?
- If he had left $18, how much allowance did George have at first?
(a)
Fraction of allowance left after spending on a toy figurine
= 1 -
45=
15Fraction of remaining allowance left
= 1 -
13=
23Fraction of his allowance left
=
15 x
23=
215(b)
Amount that George had at first = 15 u
Amount that George had left = 2 u
2 u = 18
1 u = 18 ÷ 2 = 9
Total amount that George had at first
= 15 u
= 15 x 9
= $135
Answer(s): (a)
215; (b) $135