SOLUTION: Beth spent 3/8 of her money on guitar strings , 1/8 of her money on guitar picks , and $15 on a guitar tuner. How much did Beth have before buying guitar accessories

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Question 1025150: Beth spent 3/8 of her money on guitar strings , 1/8 of her money on guitar picks , and $15 on a guitar tuner. How much did Beth have before buying guitar accessories
Answer by Emilym1234(10) About Me  (Show Source):
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The answer would be $30.
Beth spent 1/8 and 3/8, which is 4/8,
Converted to 1/2. When she had $15 left,
The money left was the other half.
So when you add $15 + $15,
She would have spent $30 in all.
Hope this helped ;)