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