Flynn, George and Xavier went shopping. Flynn and George spent a total of $242. Flynn and Xavier spent $622 altogether. Xavier spent 5 times as much as George.
- How much did George spend?
- How much did Flynn spend?
(a)
Amount that Flynn spent = F
Amount that George spent = G
Amount that Xavier spent = X
F + X = 622
F + G = 242
G = 1 u
X = 5 x 1 u = 5 u
Amount that Xavier spent more than George
= 5 u - 1 u
= 4 u
4 u = 622 - 242
4 u = 380
1 u = 380 ÷ 4 = 95
Amount that George spent
= 1 u
= $95
(b)
Amount that Flynn spent
= 242 - 95
= $147
Answer(s): (a) $95; (b) $147