Question

Tom throws some coins on the table. His twin, Joe, throws coins worth twice as much on the table. The total value of coins on the table $5.22 How much money did Tom throw on the table?

Answer 1

Answer: $1.74 worth of coins

Explanation:

Let's say Tom throws x amount of money in coins on the table. Then Joe throws twice as much, which is 2x.

The total value of coins on the table is $5.22, so we can write an equation:

x + 2x = 5.22

Simplifying the equation, we get:

3x = 5.22

Dividing both sides by 3, we get:

x = 1.74

Therefore, Tom threw $1.74 worth of coins on the table.