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Selma went to the mall spent 1/3 of her money. she then lost 1/2 of what she had left. she then had $6. how much money did selma originally have.
12 years ago

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PsyDAG
Let x = original amount.

x - (1/3x) - (1/2)(2/3x) = 6

Solve for x.
12 years ago
me
she had 18 bucks to start with,

x=starting amount

x(2/3)(1/2) = 6
12 years ago

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