Natalie had some money. If she buys 5 caramel apples, she will have $9 left. If she buys 7 caramel apples, she will have $1 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.
5 C + 9 = 7 C + 1
7 C - 5 C = 9 - 1
2 C = 8
1 C = 8 ÷ 2 = 4
Cost of each caramel apple = $4
(b)
Total amount that Natalie had
= 7 x 4 + 1
= 28 + 1
= $29
Answer(s): (a) $4; (b) $29