Question

A fundraising event was held by a high school to support a local animal shelter. The following information was recorded: The first-year students raised $562.50 The second-year students raised $136.25 less than the first-year students. The third-year students raised $200.75 more than the second-year students. What was the total amount of money raised by all three groups?

Answer 1

Answer: $1615.75

Explanation:

First Group

$562.50

Second Ground

$562.50 - $136.25 = $426.25

Third Group

$426.25 + $200.75 = $627

Add All Together

$627 + $426.25 + $562.50 = $1615.75