Eugene spent half his money in one shop and half of what was left in another shop. He then had€1.25. How much had he in the beginning.

Question

I am not sure if I got it right so O got €5.00\€6.25. So please do show your rough work and answer. Thank You! :D

Answer 1

he had x in the beginning
then he had (1/2) x
then he had (1/2)(1/2) = (1/4) x
so
(1/4) x = 1.25
x = 5 in the beginning