SOLUTION: Can you please tell me how to solve this problem? Sarah's investment in stock grew 14% to $513. How much did she invest? Thanks!

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Question 400418: Can you please tell me how to solve this problem?
Sarah's investment in stock grew 14% to $513. How much did she invest?
Thanks!
Answer by robertb(5830)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
1.14x = 513
==> x = 513/1.14 = $450, the initial investment.
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