Ken spent
13 of his salary on a basketball set. He spent
23 of the remaining salary on a doll set.
- What fraction of his salary was left?
- If he had left $16, how much salary did Ken have at first?
(a)
Fraction of salary left after spending on a basketball set
= 1 -
13=
23Fraction of remaining salary left
= 1 -
23=
13Fraction of his salary left
=
23 x
13=
29(b)
Amount that Ken had at first = 9 u
Amount that Ken had left = 2 u
2 u = 16
1 u = 16 ÷ 2 = 8
Total amount that Ken had at first
= 9 u
= 9 x 8
= $72
Answer(s): (a)
29; (b) $72