The graph shows the amount of money saved by 3 girls in a week. Answer the following.
- How much more money did May save than Zoe?
- After Opal had spent $7 on a stapler. She divided the rest of her savings equally among the other 2 girls. How much money did each girl receive from Opal?
(a)
Amount that May saved more than Zoe
= (6 - 4) x 7
= 2 x 7
= $14
(b)
Amount that Opal had
= 5 x 7
= $35
Amount left after Opal spent on a stapler
= 35 - 7
= $28
Amount that each girl received
= 28 ÷ 2
= $14
Answer(s): (a) $14; (b) $14