Kimberly had $14 less than Roshel at first. After Roshel and Kimberly spent an equal amount of money, Kimberly had
35 as much as Roshel. How much money did Kimberly have left?
| |
Kimberly |
Roshel |
Difference |
| Before |
1 u |
1 u + $14 |
$14 |
| Change |
- 1 |
- 1 |
|
| After |
3 p |
5 p |
2 p |
Difference in the amounts between Roshel and Kimberly
= 5 p - 3 p
= 2 p
Since both Roshel and Kimberly spent an equal amount, the difference in the amounts that Roshel and Kimberly had at first and in the end remains unchanged.
2 p = 14
1 p = 14 ÷ 2 = 7
Amount that Kimberly had left
= 3 p
= 3 x 7
= $21
Answer(s): $21
