Sean spent
13 of his salary on a glowstick. He spent
12 of the remaining salary on a toy figurine.
- What fraction of his salary was left?
- If he had left $14, how much salary did Sean have at first?
(a)
Fraction of salary left after spending on a glowstick
= 1 -
13=
23Fraction of remaining salary left
= 1 -
12=
12Fraction of his salary left
=
23 x
12=
26(b)
Amount that Sean had at first = 6 u
Amount that Sean had left = 2 u
2 u = 14
1 u = 14 ÷ 2 = 7
Total amount that Sean had at first
= 6 u
= 6 x 7
= $42
Answer(s): (a)
26; (b) $42