Chris saved x dollars and spent half of his savings buying video games. After earning an additional $20 cutting grass, he had $60. If the equation one half times x plus 20 equals 60 represents the scenario, how much did he start with in his savings?

$20
$40
$80
$160

1 answer

Let's break down the given equation:

1/2x + 20 = 60
1/2x = 40
x = 80

Therefore, Chris started with $80 in his savings.

The correct answer is $80.