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