Adam has $72. He spends
16 of his money on some beads and
45 of the remainder on some marbles.
- What fraction of his money does he spend on the marbles?
- What fraction of his money is left?
- How much does Adam spend on the marbles?
(a)
Fraction of his money left after spending on some beads
= 1 -
16 =
56 Fraction of his money spend on marbles
=
56 x
45
=
23(b)
Fraction of his remaining money left after spending on some marbles
= 1 -
45 =
15 Fraction of his money left
=
56 x
15=
16 (c)
Amount that Adam spend on the marbles
=
23 x 72
= $48
Answer(s): (a)
23; (b)
16; (c) $48