Question
Jake spent 3/8 of is money on books and 1/2 of what is left on magazine. he now has $6.25. how much did he start with?
Answers
PsyDAG
Let x = money to start
5/8x - 1/2(5/8x) = 6.25
Solve for x.
5/8x - 1/2(5/8x) = 6.25
Solve for x.