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Write an equation that represents the given information. DO NOT solve the equation.

Katie spent $1 more than Mark. Together they spent $5. How much did Mark spend?

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The amount that Mark spent = ' M ' .
Katie spent (M + 1).

The equation is: M + (M + 1) = 5

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