Question

Alex spend 45% of his saving in a new skateboard that cost $80. How much did Alex had in his savings before buying the skateboard?

Answer 1

Answer:

The total savings amount of Alex before buying the board  is  $177.78.

Step-by-step explanation:

Let us assume the total savings of Alex  = $m

The cost of skateboard = $85

So now, the cost of skateboard  = 45 % of his savings

⇒  45 % of m = $80

$\implies \frac{45}{100} \times m = 80\\\implies m = 80 \times\frac{100}{45} = 177.78$

or, m = $177.78

Hence, the total savings amount of Alex before buying the

board is  $177.78.