Abi had thrice as much money as Jade. After Abi spent $14 and Jade spent $10, Abi had $34 more than Jade. How much did Abi have in the end?
| |
Abi |
Jade |
| Before |
3 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- $14 |
- $10 |
| After |
3 u - $14 |
1 u - $10 |
Comparing Abi
and Jade
in the end |
$34 more |
|
If Jade was given another $34, the amounts that Abi and Jade each had in the end would be the same.
3 u - 14 = 1 u - 10 + 34
3 u - 1 u = 14 + 24
2 u = 38
1 u = 38 ÷ 2 = 19
Amount that Abi had in the end
= 3 u - 14
= 3 x 19 - 14
= 57 - 14
= $43
Answer(s): $43
