Jeremy spent
14 of his income on a toy figurine. He spent
34 of the remaining income on a doll set.
- What fraction of his income was left?
- If he had left $18, how much income did Jeremy have at first?
(a)
Fraction of income left after spending on a toy figurine
= 1 -
14=
34Fraction of remaining income left
= 1 -
34=
14Fraction of his income left
=
34 x
14=
316(b)
Amount that Jeremy had at first = 16 u
Amount that Jeremy had left = 3 u
3 u = 18
1 u = 18 ÷ 3 = 6
Total amount that Jeremy had at first
= 16 u
= 16 x 6
= $96
Answer(s): (a)
316; (b) $96