Ethan spent
14 of his allowance on a flying saucer. He spent
12 of the remaining allowance on a kitchen set.
- What fraction of his allowance was left?
- If he had left $27, how much allowance did Ethan have at first?
(a)
Fraction of allowance left after spending on a flying saucer
= 1 -
14=
34Fraction of remaining allowance left
= 1 -
12=
12Fraction of his allowance left
=
34 x
12=
38(b)
Amount that Ethan had at first = 8 u
Amount that Ethan had left = 3 u
3 u = 27
1 u = 27 ÷ 3 = 9
Total amount that Ethan had at first
= 8 u
= 8 x 9
= $72
Answer(s): (a)
38; (b) $72