Gem had some money. If she buys 5 candy canes, she will have $9 left. If she buys 7 candy canes, she will have $3 left.
- How much does each candy cane cost?
- How much money does she have?
(a)
Let 1 C be the price of 1 candy cane.
5 C + 9 = 7 C + 3
7 C - 5 C = 9 - 3
2 C = 6
1 C = 6 ÷ 2 = 3
Cost of each candy cane = $3
(b)
Total amount that Gem had
= 7 x 3 + 3
= 21 + 3
= $24
Answer(s): (a) $3; (b) $24