Glen spent
15 of his salary on a doll set. He spent
23 of the remaining salary on a frisbee.
- What fraction of his salary was left?
- If he had left $36, how much salary did Glen have at first?
(a)
Fraction of salary left after spending on a doll set
= 1 -
15=
45Fraction of remaining salary left
= 1 -
23=
13Fraction of his salary left
=
45 x
13=
415(b)
Amount that Glen had at first = 15 u
Amount that Glen had left = 4 u
4 u = 36
1 u = 36 ÷ 4 = 9
Total amount that Glen had at first
= 15 u
= 15 x 9
= $135
Answer(s): (a)
415; (b) $135