Mrs Barbara had $240. She spent $60 to buy some mutton and $60 to buy some pears.
- What fraction of her money was spent on pears?
- What fraction of her money was left?
(a)
Fraction of the money that Mrs Barbara spent on pears
=
60240 =
14(b)
Amount that Mrs Barbara left
= 240 - 60 - 60
= $120
Fraction of the money that Mrs Barbara left
=
120240=
12Answer(s): (a)
14; (b)
12