Question

Evelyn saves 40% of her earnings for college. This year, she earned $200 more than last
year, and she saved $900. Solve the equation 0.04( x + 200) = 900 to find her earnings
last year.
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Answer 1

Answer:

$ 2,050

Step-by-step explanation:

Earnings last year : x

0.4(x + 200) = 900

(x + 200) =900/0.4

x + 200 = 2250

x = 2250 - 200

x = $2,050