Jade went shopping with $160. She bought a dress for $40, a jacket for $30 and a coat for $10.
- What fraction of her money did she spend?
- What fraction of her money was left?
(a)
Total amount that Jade spent
= 40 + 30 + 10
= $80
Fraction of the money that Jade spent
=
80160=
12(b)
Fraction of the money that Jade had left
= 1 -
12=
22 -
12=
12Answer(s): (a)
12; (b)
12