Brandon spent
25 of his income on a toy figurine. He spent
34 of the remaining income on a game card.
- What fraction of his income was left?
- If he had left $15, how much income did Brandon have at first?
(a)
Fraction of income left after spending on a toy figurine
= 1 -
25=
35Fraction of remaining income left
= 1 -
34=
14Fraction of his income left
=
35 x
14=
320(b)
Amount that Brandon had at first = 20 u
Amount that Brandon had left = 3 u
3 u = 15
1 u = 15 ÷ 3 = 5
Total amount that Brandon had at first
= 20 u
= 20 x 5
= $100
Answer(s): (a)
320; (b) $100