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