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Mark spent a total of ₱60 in 6 days by spending half the amount he spent the previous day. What was the amount he spent on the first day?

a.30.84
b.30.83
c.30.38
d30.48​

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Answer:

d

Explanation:

the amount he spent on the first day: 30.48

Mark spent a total of ₱60 in 6 days by spending half the amount he spent the previous-example-1
User Karl Nicoll
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Answer: 30.48

Explanation:

Sum the series of 30.48 + (1/2)(30.48)+ (1/4)(30.48)+(1/8)(30.48)+(1/16)(30.48)+(1/32)(30.48)

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Mark spent a total of ₱60 in 6 days by spending half the amount he spent the previous-example-1
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