Question

Maresol spent four-fifth of her allowance on a pair of jeans. If she received $15 for allowance, did Maresol spend more than, less then, or equal to $15 on the jeans?Explain

Answer 1

She spent less than because 4/5 of 15 is 12

Answer 2

She spent less than because four-fifths would mean she has only 12 dollars so she would have left over money which would be $3