SOLUTION: Sarah's investment in stock grew 16% to $522. How much did she invest?

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Question 902270: Sarah's investment in stock grew 16% to $522. How much did she invest?
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) About Me  (Show Source):
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x = amount she invested

x + (16% of x) = 522

x + 0.16x = 552

1.16x = 552

x = 552/1.16

x = 475.862068965518

x = 475.86

She invested $475.86