SOLUTION: Jake spent 40% of his money on Entertainment and school supplies. How much did he spend on food? Entertainment: $12, Bus Fare; $5 School supplies $6 ; Food ?

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Question 1028692: Jake spent 40% of his money on Entertainment and school supplies. How much did he spend on food?
Entertainment: $12, Bus Fare; $5 School supplies $6 ; Food ?
Answer by addingup(3677) About Me  (Show Source):
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entertainment and school supply:
12+6 = 18 - - - > 40%
100%: 18/.4 = 45 is 60%
45-5(bus fare) = 40 is how much you spend in food