Tiffany had some money. If she buys 4 lollipops, she will have $10 left. If she buys 6 lollipops, she will have $2 left.
- How much does each lollipop cost?
- How much money does she have?
(a)
Let 1 L be the price of 1 lollipop.
4 L + 10 = 6 L + 2
6 L - 4 L = 10 - 2
2 L = 8
1 L = 8 ÷ 2 = 4
Cost of each lollipop = $4
(b)
Total amount that Tiffany had
= 6 x 4 + 2
= 24 + 2
= $26
Answer(s): (a) $4; (b) $26