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James has started a budget. He earns $2500 every month. He budgets so that 10% of his

check goes into savings. He also budgets - of his original
earnings towards rent. What amount is left over after
savings and rent for James to spend on his other
monthly expenses (utilities, food, gas, miscellaneous)?

A) $2,250
B) $1,750
C) $2,000
D) $1,450

User Karriem
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Answer:

B)$1,750

Explanation:

10% of 2,500 is 250

1/5 of 2,500 is 500

750 - 2,500 = 1,750

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