SOLUTION: Abbie spent 5/8 of her money and saved the rest. if she spent $45.00, how much money did she have at first?

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Question 850898: Abbie spent 5/8 of her money and saved the rest. if she spent $45.00, how much money did she have at first?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
 
Hi,
Let x represent how much money did she have at first
Question states***

x = (8/5)$45 = $72

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