The graph shows the amount of savings 3 children had.
- How much money must Elyse give Vanessa so that they will have the same amount of money?
- How much money must Betty give Vanessa so that Vanessa will have $2 more than her?
(a)
Elyse's savings = $36
Vanessa's savings = $8
Difference between Elyse's and Vanessa's savings
= 36 - 8
= $28
Amount that Elyse must give Vanessa
= 28 ÷ 2
= $14
(b)
Total amount of Betty and Vanessa
= 24 + 8
= $32
2 u + 2 = 32
2 u = 32 - 2
2 u = 30
1 u = 30 ÷ 2 = 15
Amount that Betty must give to Vanessa
= 24 - 15
= $9
Answer(s): (a) $14; (b) $9