SOLUTION: after spending $36 on movie tickets, juanita still has 3/5 of the total amount of money she brought with her. How much money does juanita still have?

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Question 908114: after spending $36 on movie tickets, juanita still has 3/5 of the total amount of money she brought with her. How much money does juanita still have?
Answer by JulietG(1812) About Me  (Show Source):
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Juanita spent 40% of her money (1 - 3/5).
.4x = 36
Divide each side by .4
x = $90