Caden spent
13 of his salary on a mini plane. He spent
12 of the remaining salary on a doll set.
- What fraction of his salary was left?
- If he had left $12, how much salary did Caden have at first?
(a)
Fraction of salary left after spending on a mini plane
= 1 -
13=
23Fraction of remaining salary left
= 1 -
12=
12Fraction of his salary left
=
23 x
12=
26(b)
Amount that Caden had at first = 6 u
Amount that Caden had left = 2 u
2 u = 12
1 u = 12 ÷ 2 = 6
Total amount that Caden had at first
= 6 u
= 6 x 6
= $36
Answer(s): (a)
26; (b) $36