SOLUTION: Charles spent $600 on a new bike. This was 2/3 of his saving. How much money was in his saving?

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Question 258158: Charles spent $600 on a new bike. This was 2/3 of his saving. How much money was in his saving?
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
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2/3*x=600
2x=1800
x=900
check
2/3*900=600
600=600