During a charity drive, Primary 5 raised 6 times as much money as Primary 3 on the first week. On the second week, Primary 5 raised another $316 while Primary 3 raised another $504. During the entire charity event, Primary 5 raised 2 times as much as Primary 3. What was the total amount raised by Primary 5?
|
Primary 5 (1) |
Primary 3 (2) |
Make p the same (2) x 2 = (3) |
Before |
6 u |
1 u |
2 u |
Change |
+ 316 |
+ 504 |
+ 1008 |
After |
2 p |
1 p |
2 p |
(1) = (3)
6 u + 316 = 2 u + 1008
6 u - 2 u = 1008 - 316
4 u = 692
1 u = 692 ÷ 4 = 173
From (2)
1 p = 173 + 504 = 677
Total amount raised by Primary 5
= 2 p
= 2 x 677
= $1354
Answer: $1354