Shiyun had a sum of money. She spent an equal amount of money daily. At the end of the fifth day, she was left with
37 of her money. At the end of the eighth day, she was left with $30. How much money did she have at first?
Fraction of amount of money spent in 5 days
= 1 -
37 =
47 Fraction of amount of money spent in 1 day
=
47 ÷ 5
=
47 x
15 =
435 Fraction of amount of money spent in 8 days
= 8 x 435
=
3235 Fraction of amount left after 8 days
= 1 -
3235=
3353 u = 30
1 u = 30 ÷ 3 = 10
Total amount that Shiyun had at first
= 35 u
= 35 x 10
= $350
Answer(s) $350
