Vanessa went shopping with $140. She bought a sweater for $70, a blazer for $20 and a blouse for $30.
- What fraction of her money did she spend?
- What fraction of her money was left?
(a)
Total amount that Vanessa spent
= 70 + 20 + 30
= $120
Fraction of the money that Vanessa spent
=
120140=
67(b)
Fraction of the money that Vanessa had left
= 1 -
67=
77 -
67=
17Answer(s): (a)
67; (b)
17