Section: Mathematical Reasoning

68) In his will, Mr. Adams left 25% of his estate to his wife and unevenly divided the balance between his son and his daughter. If the son received $36,000 as his share, what was the total value of the estate?

1. $45,000
2. $72,000
3. $80,000
4. $90,000
5. Not enough information is given.

To find the value of the estate, you need to know either the daughter’s share or the fractional part of the estate received by the son. Neither item of information is given.