Three-fifths 1651

Anna bought something for one-third of her savings. She spent three-fifths of the remaining money on her parents' gifts. She has 400 euros left now. How many euros did she save before spending?

Correct answer:

x =  1500

Step-by-step explanation:


1/3·x + 3/5·(x-1/3·x)+400 = x

4x = 6000


x = 6000/4 = 1500

x = 1500

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