Sarah went shopping with $120. She bought a coat for $20, a dress for $30 and a vest for $30.
- What fraction of her money did she spend?
- What fraction of her money was left?
(a)
Total amount that Sarah spent
= 20 + 30 + 30
= $80
Fraction of the money that Sarah spent
=
80120=
23(b)
Fraction of the money that Sarah had left
= 1 -
23=
33 -
23=
13Answer(s): (a)
23; (b)
13