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