Question

Jinfa, upon receiving his paycheck, spent two-thirds of it on car repairs and then bought a $40 gift for his mother. He had $64 left. How much was his paycheck (in dollars)?

Answer 1

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Answer:

$312.00.

Explanation:

Before Jinfa bought the gift, the 1/3 of his paycheck remaining was $104.

Jinfa's paycheck was three times this amount, or $312.00.