Tommy spent
35 of his salary on a flying saucer. He spent
34 of the remaining salary on a board game.
- What fraction of his salary was left?
- If he had left $16, how much salary did Tommy have at first?
(a)
Fraction of salary left after spending on a flying saucer
= 1 -
35=
25Fraction of remaining salary left
= 1 -
34=
14Fraction of his salary left
=
25 x
14=
220(b)
Amount that Tommy had at first = 20 u
Amount that Tommy had left = 2 u
2 u = 16
1 u = 16 ÷ 2 = 8
Total amount that Tommy had at first
= 20 u
= 20 x 8
= $160
Answer(s): (a)
220; (b) $160