SOLUTION: Mr. Jennings spent 30% of his gardening budget to purchase rose plants. If he spent exactly $60, including tax, on rose plants,how much money should he have left over?

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Question 278587: Mr. Jennings spent 30% of his gardening budget to purchase rose plants. If he spent exactly $60, including tax, on rose plants,how much money should he have left over?
Answer by rfer(10417) About Me  (Show Source):
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60/.3=180
180-60=$120 left