At first, Victoria had $48 and Joelle had $74. Then Joelle spent $24 on a pair of jeans and Victoria received $26 from her father. In the end, what is the ratio of the amount of money Joelle had to the amount of money Victoria had? Give your answer in the simplest form.
|
Victoria |
Joelle |
Before |
48 |
74 |
Change |
+ 26 |
- 24 |
After |
74 |
50 |
Amount that Victoria had in the end
= 48 + 26
= $74
Amount that Joelle had in the end
= 74 - 24
= $50
Joelle : Victoria
50 : 74
(÷2)25 : 37
Answer(s): 25 : 37