Question

Linda spent 3/4 of her savings on furniture. She then spent 1/2 of her remaining savings on a fridge. If the fridge cost her $150, what were her original savings?
A. $1200
B. $1400
C. $1600
D. $1100

Answer 1

$\textbf {Hey there, here is the solution.}$

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Fraction of the savings remain after Linda bought the furniture:

1 - 3/4 = 1/4

Fraction of the money spent on the fridge:

1/2 x 1/4 = 1/8

Form the equation and find the original savings:

1/8 = $150

8/8 = 150 x 8 = Rs 1200

Answer: (A) $1200

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Answer 2

Answer:

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Fraction of the savings remain after Linda bought the furniture:

1 - 3/4 = 1/4

Fraction of the money spent on the fridge:

1/2 x 1/4 = 1/8

Form the equation and find the original savings:

1/8 = $150

8/8 = 150 x 8 = Rs 1200

Answer: (A) $1200

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