Zane spent
13 of his salary on a glowstick. He spent
13 of the remaining salary on a board game.
- What fraction of his salary was left?
- If he had left $36, how much salary did Zane have at first?
(a)
Fraction of salary left after spending on a glowstick
= 1 -
13=
23Fraction of remaining salary left
= 1 -
13=
23Fraction of his salary left
=
23 x
23=
49(b)
Amount that Zane had at first = 9 u
Amount that Zane had left = 4 u
4 u = 36
1 u = 36 ÷ 4 = 9
Total amount that Zane had at first
= 9 u
= 9 x 9
= $81
Answer(s): (a)
49; (b) $81