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Write as an equation: Sara spent $2 more than Lauren, and together they spent $19.

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Answer:

Equations:

a + b = 19

a = b + 2

a = Money that spent Laura

b = Money that spent Laureen

then:

(b+2) + b = 19

2b + 2 = 19

2b = 19-2

2b = 17

b = 17/2

b = 8.5

a = b + 2

a = 8.5 + 2

a = 10.5

Check:

10.5 + 8.5 = 19

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