Elyse had $27 less than Vanessa at first. After Vanessa and Elyse spent an equal amount of money, Elyse had
47 as much as Vanessa. How much money did Elyse have left?
| |
Elyse |
Vanessa |
Difference |
| Before |
1 u |
1 u + $27 |
$27 |
| Change |
- 1 |
- 1 |
|
| After |
4 p |
7 p |
3 p |
Difference in the amounts between Vanessa and Elyse
= 7 p - 4 p
= 3 p
Since both Vanessa and Elyse spent an equal amount, the difference in the amounts that Vanessa and Elyse had at first and in the end remains unchanged.
3 p = 27
1 p = 27 ÷ 3 = 9
Amount that Elyse had left
= 4 p
= 4 x 9
= $36
Answer(s): $36
