Adam has $75. He spends
15 of his money on some beads and
14 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 -
15 =
45 Fraction of his money spend on marbles
=
45 x
14
=
15(b)
Fraction of his remaining money left after spending on some marbles
= 1 -
14 =
34 Fraction of his money left
=
45 x
34=
35 (c)
Amount that Adam spend on the marbles
=
15 x 75
= $15
Answer(s): (a)
15; (b)
35; (c) $15