alleryStart learning →A man spends 1/3 of his pay on rent and 1/4 on food. What fraction is left?
A2/7
B1/12
C5/12
D7/12
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. 5/12
He spends 4/12 + 3/12 = 7/12, leaving 5/12.
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