Lucy had a sum of money. She spent an equal amount of money daily. At the end of the fifth day, she was left with
38 of her money. At the end of the seventh day, she was left with $13. How much money did she have at first?
Fraction of amount of money spent in 5 days
= 1 -
38 =
58 Fraction of amount of money spent in 1 day
=
58 ÷ 5
=
58 x
15 =
18 Fraction of amount of money spent in 7 days
= 7 x 18
=
78 Fraction of amount left after 7 days
= 1 -
78=
181 u = 13
Total amount that Lucy had at first
= 8 u
= 8 x 13
= $104
Answer(s) $104