SOLUTION: Lorraine spent 25% of her money on shopping and 2/5th of the remainder on food. If she is left with £450, what is the amount of money she had before she started spending.

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Question 633425: Lorraine spent 25% of her money on shopping and 2/5th of the remainder on food. If she is left with £450, what is the amount of money she had before she started spending.
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,

Lorraine spent 25% of her money on shopping and 2/5th of the remainder on food.

 If she is left with £450, 

what is the amount highlight%28x%29 of money she had before she started spending.

Question states***

   450+=+x+-+.25x+-+%282%2F5%29%2A.75x

   450+=+x+-+.25x+-+.30x

      450 = .45x

      450/.45 = x

       £1000 = x



and

£1000  - £250 - £300 = £450