Question

Maya spend 40% of her savings to pay for a bicycle that cost her $85. How much money was in Maya's savings to begin with?

Answer 1

85 x .40 = 34
85 + 34 = 119
Answer $119

Answer 2

Explanation:

letπ be the percentage of her savings

=40+85

=125

=125+π=100

=π=100-125

=π=75