Question

Mr. Woods had $840. He spent 3/7 of his money in a lawn mower. He spent 1/8 of the remaining money on a gift for his wife. how much money did Mr. Woods have left?

Answer 1

I. 3·840/7=3·120=360$ spent

840-360=480$ rest

II.1·480/8=60$ spent

480-60=420$ left

Answer:420$

Answer 2

840 - 3/7(840) =
840 - 360 = 480

480 - 1/8(480) =
480 - 60 = 420