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

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

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 (45)/(100)  * m = 80\\\implies m = 80 *(100)/(45) =  177.78`

or, m = $177.78

Hence, the total savings amount of Alex before buying the

board is $177.78.