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A boy spent 2/7 of his pocket money on transport and 1/5 on sweet. if he left with 20. what is the amount of money in the boys pocket​

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Answer:

x = 350

Explanation:

x - starting amount


(2)/(7) x = after transport


(1)/(5) ((2)/(7) x) = after sweets


(1)/(5) ((2)/(7) x) = 20


((2)/(35) x) = 20

2x = 700

x = 350

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