Kathy went shopping with $200. She bought a jacket for $40, a windbreaker for $90 and a blouse for $30.
- What fraction of her money did she spend?
- What fraction of her money was left?
(a)
Total amount that Kathy spent
= 40 + 90 + 30
= $160
Fraction of the money that Kathy spent
=
160200=
45(b)
Fraction of the money that Kathy had left
= 1 -
45=
55 -
45=
15Answer(s): (a)
45; (b)
15