Brandon spent
35 of his allowance on a kitchen set. He spent
13 of the remaining allowance on a board game.
- What fraction of his allowance was left?
- If he had left $24, how much allowance did Brandon have at first?
(a)
Fraction of allowance left after spending on a kitchen set
= 1 -
35=
25Fraction of remaining allowance left
= 1 -
13=
23Fraction of his allowance left
=
25 x
23=
415(b)
Amount that Brandon had at first = 15 u
Amount that Brandon had left = 4 u
4 u = 24
1 u = 24 ÷ 4 = 6
Total amount that Brandon had at first
= 15 u
= 15 x 6
= $90
Answer(s): (a)
415; (b) $90