Question

Tim and Tom are trying to earn money to buy a new game system over a 3-month period. Tim saved $45.14 each month. If they need a total of $211.47 to buy the game system, how much does Tom need to earn each of the 3 months in order to buy the game system?

A. $166.33
B. $25.35
C. $76.05
D. $135.42

Answer 1

The correct answer is C:$76.05. Tim would make 135.42 in three months and the total  (221.47) minus 135.42 equals 76.05.

Answer 2

Tim makes $135.42 in 3 months Subtract $211.47 = 76.05 Then Divide in 3 months = $25.35
So B. is correct Answer.