Caden, Michael and Emily share a sum of money. Caden's share is half of what Michael and Emily receive. Michael's share is
59 of the sum of money. Emily receives $6 less than Caden.
- What fraction of the sum of money is Caden's share?
- How much is the sum of money?
Caden |
Emily |
Michael |
Total |
1x3 |
2x3 |
3x3 |
4 |
5 |
9 |
3 u |
1 u |
5 u |
9 u |
(a)
The total amount that Caden, Michael and Emily had is repeated. Make the total amount the same. LCM of 3 and 9 is 9.
Caden's shareTotal amount =
39 =
13 (b)
Amount that Emily had less than Caden
= 3 u - 1 u
= 2 u
2 u = 6
1 u = 6 ÷ 2 = 3
Total amount that Caden, Michael and Emily had
= 9 u
= 9 x 3
= $27
Answer(s): (a)
13; (b) $27