Ivan spent
13 of his allowance on a board game. He spent
34 of the remaining allowance on a toy car.
- What fraction of his allowance was left?
- If he had left $10, how much allowance did Ivan have at first?
(a)
Fraction of allowance left after spending on a board game
= 1 -
13=
23Fraction of remaining allowance left
= 1 -
34=
14Fraction of his allowance left
=
23 x
14=
212(b)
Amount that Ivan had at first = 12 u
Amount that Ivan had left = 2 u
2 u = 10
1 u = 10 ÷ 2 = 5
Total amount that Ivan had at first
= 12 u
= 12 x 5
= $60
Answer(s): (a)
212; (b) $60