Question

Jake earned twice as much as Brendan mowing lawns. If Jake earned $36, how much did Brendan earn?

Answer 1

$18

Explanation:

Set up some equations:

`J=36`

`B * 2=J`

Solve for B:

`B = J / 2`

Substitute 36 for J:

`B= 36 / 2 = 18`