Paulo spent 1/4 of his money on food and another 3/15 of his money on soda. If he started with P500 how much of his money is left?
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15 of his money on soda. If he started with P500 how much of his money is left?
Paulo spent 1/4 of his money on food and another 3/15 of his money on soda. If he started with P500 how much of his money is left?
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In the given problem, apply your knowledge in algebraic expression specially in fraction.
Given:
P500 total money
3/15 of his money on soda
1/4 of his money on food
Solution:
Step 1: Add the two fraction (represents his total money spent)
1/4 + 3/15 → 15/60 + 12/60
15/60 + 12/60 = 27/60
Step 2: Get the fraction form of his remaining money
1 - 27/60 = money left
60/60 - 27/60 = 33/60
33/60 ÷ 3/3 = 11/20
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Step 3: Solve for Total Money Left
11/20 of 500 is equal to the money left
500 ÷ 20 × 11 = 275
Answer: Php. 275
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