Question

Linda, Reuben, and Manuel have a total of $70 in their wallets. Reuben has $10 more than Linda. Manuel has 2 times what Linda has. How much does each have? Amount in Linda's wallet: $ Amount in Reuben's wallet: $ Amount in Manuel's wallet:

Answer 1

• Linda has $15
• Reuben has $25
• Manuel has $30

Explanation:

Together, they have 4 times what Linda has, plus $10. So, Linda has 1/4 of $60 = $15.

Linda has $15

Reuben has $25 . . . . . . $10 more than Linda

Manuel has $30 . . . . . . twice what Linda has