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Madison saves 40% of all that she earns for washing cars. So far she has saved $72. How much has she earned in all?

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Madison has earned 180 dollars in all.

Step-by-step explanation:

Let [tex]x[/tex] denotes amount earned by Madison.

Percentage of amount saved by Madison [tex]=\frac{40}{100} x[/tex]

Amount saved by Madison [tex]=72[/tex] dollars

Therefore,

[tex]\frac{40}{100}x=72\\x=72(\frac{100}{40})[/tex]

[tex]=180[/tex] dollars

So,

Madison has earned 180 dollars in all.

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