Question

12. A man spends 50% of certain amount that he had with him. After two days, he spends
Rs 1500/-, which is 25% of the remaining amount. Find the amount he had with him initially.​

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

ANSWER

Assume that initially he had Rs. X

He spent

3

1

for cloths =

3

1

×X

Remaining money =

3

2

×X

He spent

5

1

of remaining money for food =

5

1

×

3

2x

=

15

2x

Remaining money =

3

2x

−

15

2x

=

15

8x

Again, he spent

4

1

of remaining money for travel =

4

1

×

15

8x

=

15

2x

Remaining money =

15

8x

−

15

2x

=

15

6x

But after spending for travel he is left with Rs. 100. So,

15

6x

=100

x=Rs.250