Jean had twice as much money as Linda. After Jean spent $12 and Linda spent $5, Jean had $25 more than Linda. How much did Jean have in the end?
| |
Jean |
Linda |
| Before |
2 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- $12 |
- $5 |
| After |
2 u - $12 |
1 u - $5 |
Comparing Jean
and Linda
in the end |
$25 more |
|
If Linda was given another $25, the amounts that Jean and Linda each had in the end would be the same.
2 u - 12 = 1 u - 5 + 25
2 u - 1 u = 12 + 20
1 u = 32
1 u = 32 ÷ 1 = 32
Amount that Jean had in the end
= 2 u - 12
= 2 x 32 - 12
= 64 - 12
= $52
Answer(s): $52
