Question

Kate spent 44 pounds in the holidays.

she spent three times as much on clothes as she did on food.
How much did she spend on food ?

Answer 1

Answer:11

Explanation:

11 times 3 equals 33(for the clothing)

so 11 is left

Answer 2

11 pounds

Explanation:

The ratio of the amount of money Rachel spent on food to clothes is 1/3
She spent: 44 : (1 + 3) x 1 = 11 pounds