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Kevin has 30% less money than Erin. Kevin has $140. How much money does Erin have

User Johnchase
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Answer:

Erin has $200

Explanation:

Kevin = K

Erin = E

30% of Erin = 0.3E

K = E - 0.3E

K = 140

Substitute

140 = E - 0.3E

140 = 0.7E

Divide both sides of the equation by 0.7

E = 200

Erin has $200

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