Fiona had some money. If she buys 9 candy canes, she will have $9 left. If she buys 11 candy canes, she will have $1 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.
9 C + 9 = 11 C + 1
11 C - 9 C = 9 - 1
2 C = 8
1 C = 8 ÷ 2 = 4
Cost of each candy cane = $4
(b)
Total amount that Fiona had
= 11 x 4 + 1
= 44 + 1
= $45
Answer(s): (a) $4; (b) $45