Natalie had $40 less than Min at first. After Min and Natalie spent an equal amount of money, Natalie had
38 as much as Min. How much money did Natalie have left?
| |
Natalie |
Min |
Difference |
| Before |
1 u |
1 u + $40 |
$40 |
| Change |
- 1 |
- 1 |
|
| After |
3 p |
8 p |
5 p |
Difference in the amounts between Min and Natalie
= 8 p - 3 p
= 5 p
Since both Min and Natalie spent an equal amount, the difference in the amounts that Min and Natalie had at first and in the end remains unchanged.
5 p = 40
1 p = 40 ÷ 5 = 8
Amount that Natalie had left
= 3 p
= 3 x 8
= $24
Answer(s): $24
