SOLUTION: Lauren saved $84 more than Fiona. 1/5 of Lauren's savings was the same as 3/8 of Fiona's savings. How much did Lauren and Fiona save altogether? L=F+84 1/5 (F+84)=3/8F Is this h

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Question 807962: Lauren saved $84 more than Fiona. 1/5 of Lauren's savings was the same as 3/8 of Fiona's savings. How much did Lauren and Fiona save altogether?
L=F+84
1/5 (F+84)=3/8F
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Both almost correct. For precise understanding, use parentheses where useful or necessary:
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