Question

Emily spent 1/2 of her money at the grocery store.Then, she spent 1/2 of what was left at the bakery. Next, at the music store, she spent 1/2 of what is left on a CD that was on sale. She spent the remainder $6.00 on lunch at the diner. find how much money Emily start with?

Answer 1

I believe the answer is $48 because 6 * 2 is 12 and 12 * 2 is 24 and 24 * 2 is 48, thus 48$. Please feel free to check my work, though.