Elyse had $36 more than Victoria at first. After Elyse and Victoria spent an equal amount of money, Victoria had
58 as much as Elyse. How much money did Elyse have left?
|
Elyse |
Victoria |
Difference |
Before |
1 u + $36 |
1 u |
$36 |
Change |
- 1 |
- 1 |
|
After |
8 p |
5 p |
3 p |
Difference in the amounts between Elyse and Victoria
= 8 p - 5 p
= 3 p
Since both Elyse and Victoria spent an equal amount, the difference in the amounts that Elyse and Victoria had at first and in the end remains unchanged.
3 p = 36
1 p = 36 ÷ 3 = 12
Amount that Elyse had left
= 8 p
= 8 x 12
= $96
Answer(s): $96