Howard spent
14 of his salary on a frisbee. He spent
12 of the remaining salary on a board game.
- What fraction of his salary was left?
- If he had left $30, how much salary did Howard have at first?
(a)
Fraction of salary left after spending on a frisbee
= 1 -
14=
34Fraction of remaining salary left
= 1 -
12=
12Fraction of his salary left
=
34 x
12=
38(b)
Amount that Howard had at first = 8 u
Amount that Howard had left = 3 u
3 u = 30
1 u = 30 ÷ 3 = 10
Total amount that Howard had at first
= 8 u
= 8 x 10
= $80
Answer(s): (a)
38; (b) $80