SOLUTION: Kate got x amount of dollars for a birthday gift, she spent $10.00 on something then spent 30% of what was left over and saved the rest. What represents the amount Kate saved?

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Question 631550: Kate got x amount of dollars for a birthday gift, she spent $10.00 on something then spent 30% of what was left over and saved the rest. What represents the amount Kate saved?
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Katie spent 30 % and saved 70%
saved=.70(x-10)