Question

Eric has twice as much money as Marcia, who has $175 less than Laurel. But Laurel has as much money as Eric and Marcia have together. How much money does each person have?

Answer 1

Solve this set of equations. The symbols M, L and E are the dollars held by each person with that initial.

E = 2 M
L = M +175
L = M + E

Clearly, E = 175. Take it from there.

Answer 2

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