SOLUTION: Tony spent 2/5 of his money on a pair of running shoes. He also bought a coat which costs $6 less than the shoes. He had $37 left. How much money did he have at first?

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Question 1075949: Tony spent 2/5 of his money on a pair of running shoes. He also bought a coat which costs $6 less than the shoes. He had $37 left. How much money did he have at first?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39621) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
m, money to start

m-%282%2F5%29m-%28%282%2F5%29m-6%29=37

m-%282%2F5%29m-%282%2F5%29m%2B6=37

m-4m%2F5=31

5m-4m=155

m=155