Asher spent
25 of his income on a mini-helicopter. He spent
34 of the remaining income on a basketball set.
- What fraction of his income was left?
- If he had left $24, how much income did Asher have at first?
(a)
Fraction of income left after spending on a mini-helicopter
= 1 -
25=
35Fraction of remaining income left
= 1 -
34=
14Fraction of his income left
=
35 x
14=
320(b)
Amount that Asher had at first = 20 u
Amount that Asher had left = 3 u
3 u = 24
1 u = 24 ÷ 3 = 8
Total amount that Asher had at first
= 20 u
= 20 x 8
= $160
Answer(s): (a)
320; (b) $160