Zara went shopping with $140. She bought a shirt for $40, a sweater for $30 and a blouse for $10.
- What fraction of her money did she spend?
- What fraction of her money was left?
(a)
Total amount that Zara spent
= 40 + 30 + 10
= $80
Fraction of the money that Zara spent
=
80140=
47(b)
Fraction of the money that Zara had left
= 1 -
47=
77 -
47=
37Answer(s): (a)
47; (b)
37