Question

Mr. Scruggs got some money for his birthday. He spent 1/5 of it on dog treats. Then he divided the remainder equally among his three favorite charities. What fraction of his money did each charity receive? If he donated $60 to each charity how much money did he receive for his birthday?

Answer 1

1/5 of money on dog treats.
divides 4/5 among his 3 favorite charities.

What fraction of his money did each charity receive?
1.3.../5.

If he donated $60 to each charity how much money did he receive for his birthday?
$60 x 3 = $180
+
1/5 of dog treats = $60.
=
$180+$60 = $240.