Jen had some money. If she buys 11 caramel apples, she will have $8 left. If she buys 13 caramel apples, she will have $4 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.
11 C + 8 = 13 C + 4
13 C - 11 C = 8 - 4
2 C = 4
1 C = 4 ÷ 2 = 2
Cost of each caramel apple = $2
(b)
Total amount that Jen had
= 13 x 2 + 4
= 26 + 4
= $30
Answer(s): (a) $2; (b) $30