Sabrina had some money. If she buys 9 caramel apples, she will have $10 left. If she buys 11 caramel apples, she will have $2 left.
- How much does each caramel apple cost?
- How much money does she have?
(a)
Let 1 C be the price of 1 caramel apple.
9 C + 10 = 11 C + 2
11 C - 9 C = 10 - 2
2 C = 8
1 C = 8 ÷ 2 = 4
Cost of each caramel apple = $4
(b)
Total amount that Sabrina had
= 11 x 4 + 2
= 44 + 2
= $46
Answer(s): (a) $4; (b) $46