Vanessa went shopping with $150. She bought a sweater for $80, a shirt for $30 and a vest for $10.
- What fraction of her money did she spend?
- What fraction of her money was left?
(a)
Total amount that Vanessa spent
= 80 + 30 + 10
= $120
Fraction of the money that Vanessa spent
=
120150=
45(b)
Fraction of the money that Vanessa had left
= 1 -
45=
55 -
45=
15Answer(s): (a)
45; (b)
15