Asher spent
15 of his income on a glowstick. He spent
13 of the remaining income on a basketball set.
- What fraction of his income was left?
- If he had left $56, how much income did Asher have at first?
(a)
Fraction of income left after spending on a glowstick
= 1 -
15=
45Fraction of remaining income left
= 1 -
13=
23Fraction of his income left
=
45 x
23=
815(b)
Amount that Asher had at first = 15 u
Amount that Asher had left = 8 u
8 u = 56
1 u = 56 ÷ 8 = 7
Total amount that Asher had at first
= 15 u
= 15 x 7
= $105
Answer(s): (a)
815; (b) $105