m = Olu's momey
If He spent 2 / 5 of his money, 3 / 5 money left
3 / 5 m = 45
Multiply both sides by 5
3 m = 135
Divide both sided by 3
m = 75
Check result.
He spent:
2 / 5 • 75 / = 2 • 75 / 5 = 150 / 5 = 30
75 - 30 = 45
Olu spent 2/5 of his money and had #45:00 left. How much had he?
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