Question

How much did Elizabeth invest?

Answer 1

Yeah, I think it is C...

I don't really have an explanation though.

If I'm wrong, correct me. Hope I helped! ☺☼

Answer 2

Option D is the nearest answer.

Elizabeth invested = $45,714

Explanation:

Given that:

Total amount = $80,000

Ratio given = 3:4

As the total is divided into 7 parts (3+4) so,

Each part equals = 80,000/7

Each part equals = 11,428.57

Now steive invested = 11,428.57 * 3 = $34,286

Elizabeth invested= 11,428.57*4 = $45,714

i hope it will help you