Alli withdrew some money from the bank for shopping. she spent 2/3 of what she withdrew on groceries. She spent $25 on a sweater. She spent half of what remained on a necklace. She went home with $15. How much did Allie withdraw from the bank?

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Alli withdrew some money from the bank for shopping.  she spent 2/3 of what she withdrew on groceries. She spent $25 on a sweater.  She spent half of what remained on a necklace.  She went home with $15.  How much did Allie withdraw from the bank?

anonymous · Answer

How do I write out this equation?

anonymous · Answer

Remaining= same amount she spent on the necklace
15(remaining)+15(necklace)+25(sweater)= 1/3 of what she withdrew
so multiply 15+15+25 by 3 and you should have your answer!

anonymous · Answer

yes, thank you so much.