Question

Maureen spent $48 on books. That is 70% of her savings. What is the total amount of Maureen's savings? Round to the nearest penny.

Answer 1

Explanation:

70% of her savings is $ 48

lets her savings be represented by x

turn ur percent to a decimal

" of " means multiply and " is " means equals

0.70x = 48

x = 48 / 0.70

x = 68.571 rounds to $ 68.57 <===