Dylan, Rael and Jade share a sum of money. Dylan's share is half of what Rael and Jade receive. Rael's share is
49 of the sum of money. Jade receives $12 less than Rael.
- What fraction of the sum of money is Dylan's share?
- How much is the sum of money?
Dylan |
Jade |
Rael |
Total |
1x3 |
2x3 |
3x3 |
5 |
4 |
9 |
3 u |
2 u |
4 u |
9 u |
(a)
The total amount that Dylan, Rael and Jade had is repeated. Make the total amount the same. LCM of 3 and 9 is 9.
Jade's shareTotal amount =
29 (b)
Amount that Jade had less than Rael
= 4 u - 2 u
= 2 u
2 u = 12
1 u = 12 ÷ 2 = 6
Total amount that Dylan, Rael and Jade had
= 9 u
= 9 x 6
= $54
Answer(s): (a)
29; (b) $54