Asher spent
14 of his allowance on a board game. He spent
23 of the remaining allowance on a lego set.
- What fraction of his allowance was left?
- If he had left $30, how much allowance did Asher have at first?
(a)
Fraction of allowance left after spending on a board game
= 1 -
14=
34Fraction of remaining allowance left
= 1 -
23=
13Fraction of his allowance left
=
34 x
13=
312(b)
Amount that Asher had at first = 12 u
Amount that Asher had left = 3 u
3 u = 30
1 u = 30 ÷ 3 = 10
Total amount that Asher had at first
= 12 u
= 12 x 10
= $120
Answer(s): (a)
312; (b) $120