Question
Amy, Betty and Clara went shopping together. Amy spent 20% more than Betty. Betty spent 25% more than Clara. If Amy spent $58 more than Clara, how much did they spend altogether?
(Please Show Working Clearly and try not to use Algebra)
(Please Show Working Clearly and try not to use Algebra)
Answers
Steve
a = 1.2b
b = 1.25c
a = c+58
Time to stop avoiding algebra!
1.2(1.25c) = c+58
1.5c = c+58
0.5c = 58
c = 116
Clara spent 116
Amy spent 174
Betty spent 174/1.2 = 145
so, add them all up.
b = 1.25c
a = c+58
Time to stop avoiding algebra!
1.2(1.25c) = c+58
1.5c = c+58
0.5c = 58
c = 116
Clara spent 116
Amy spent 174
Betty spent 174/1.2 = 145
so, add them all up.