Question

Janice sold several items in a garage sale. She spent one-half of the money she made on a new bicycle. Next she spent one-half of what was left on a portable stereo set. If Janice had $80.00 left, how much money did she make from the garage sale?

A. $160
B. $320
C. $640
D. $800

Answer 1

• B. $320

Explanation:

• Initial amount that was received from the garage sale = x
• Spent on bicycle = 1/2x
• Spent on portable stereo set = 1/2(1/2x) = 1/4x

Money left:

• 1/2x - 1/4x = 80
• 1/4x = 80
• x = 4*80
• x = 320

Initial amount was $320

Correct choice is B