Jack spent
23 of his salary on a lego set. He spent
13 of the remaining salary on a frisbee.
- What fraction of his salary was left?
- If he had left $14, how much salary did Jack have at first?
(a)
Fraction of salary left after spending on a lego set
= 1 -
23=
13Fraction of remaining salary left
= 1 -
13=
23Fraction of his salary left
=
13 x
23=
29(b)
Amount that Jack had at first = 9 u
Amount that Jack had left = 2 u
2 u = 14
1 u = 14 ÷ 2 = 7
Total amount that Jack had at first
= 9 u
= 9 x 7
= $63
Answer(s): (a)
29; (b) $63