SOLUTION: Joshua spent 3/7 of his money on souvenirs on vacation. He has $16 left. How much money did he spend on souvenirs?

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Question 949753: Joshua spent 3/7 of his money on souvenirs on vacation. He has $16 left. How much money did he spend on souvenirs?
Answer by josmiceli(19441) About Me  (Show Source):
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Let +x+ = amount he started with
+x+-+%28+3%2F7%29%2Ax+=+16+
+%28+4%2F7+%29%2Ax+=+16+
+x+=+%28+7%2F4+%29%2A16+
+x+=+28+
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He spent 3/7 of his money on souvenirs
+%28+3%2F7+%29%2A28+=+12+
He spent $12 on souvenirs