what he saved: x
5 times what he saved: 5x
15 less than 5 times what he saved: 5x-15
5x-15 = 550
Liam wants to compete in the International Origami Olympics. He needs to save $550. If he has $15 less than 5 times what he saved, he would have enough money to compete. How much has Liam saved?
If I can understand this, I'll understand the rest. Please answer if you can! :)
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