Jaslyn had $27 more than Elyse at first. After Jaslyn and Elyse spent an equal amount of money, Elyse had
47 as much as Jaslyn. How much money did Jaslyn have left?
| |
Jaslyn |
Elyse |
Difference |
| Before |
1 u + $27 |
1 u |
$27 |
| Change |
- 1 |
- 1 |
|
| After |
7 p |
4 p |
3 p |
Difference in the amounts between Jaslyn and Elyse
= 7 p - 4 p
= 3 p
Since both Jaslyn and Elyse spent an equal amount, the difference in the amounts that Jaslyn and Elyse had at first and in the end remains unchanged.
3 p = 27
1 p = 27 ÷ 3 = 9
Amount that Jaslyn had left
= 7 p
= 7 x 9
= $63
Answer(s): $63
