George and Simon earned the same amount each month. George saved
56 of his pay and Simon saved
25 of his pay. George saved $40 more than Simon in a month. How much did Simon save in a month?
| |
George |
Simon |
| Before |
6x5 =
30 u |
5x6 =
30 u |
| Change |
- 5x5 =
- 25 u |
- 2x6 =
- 12 u |
| After |
1x5 =
5 u |
3x6 =
18 u |
The amount that George and Simon each earned in a month is the same. Make the amount the same. LCM of 6 and 5 is 30.
Amount that George saved more than Simon
= 25 u - 12 u
= 13 u
13 u = 40
1 u = 40 ÷ 13 = 40
Amount that Simon saved in a month
= 12 u
= 12 x 40
= $480
Answer(s): $480
