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After spending 1/4th of pocket money on chocolates and 1/8th of pizza, a girl is left with Rs. 40. How much money did she have at first?

A64

B52

C100

D80

Answer:

A. 64

Read Explanation:

Let the money be x Spending 1/4th of pocket money on chocolates and 1/8th on pizza Total money spending on chocolates and pizza is x(1/4) + x(1/8) = 3x/ 8 Remaining money is x - 3x / 8 = 5x/8 Now, 5x/ 8 = 40 (Left rupees)= x = 64


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