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2u x 4 + 1u + 3 x $9 = $261 9u + $27 = $261 9u = 261 - 27 = 234 1u → 234 ÷ 9 = 26
Esther at first → 5u + $18 = 5 x 26 + 18 = $148
Question 15b
Video explanation ↓Esther and Jessie went shopping together with a total sum of $261. Esther spent twice as much as Jessie. The amount Jessie spent was $9 more than what she had left. She had twice as much money left as Esther.How much money did Esther have at first? (2 marks)
Answer: $ 148