Question

Carrie spent 1/4 of her allowance on a shirt, 1/3 of her allowance on a skirt, and $8 on a belt. If she spent $22 in all, how much was Carrie’s allowance?

Answer 1

$24

Explanation:

1/4x + 1/3x + 8 = 22

1/4x + 1/3x = 7/12x

7/12x + 8 = 22

22 - 8 = 14

7/12x = 14

14/ 7/12

x = 24