Question

Alexa has 5 more dollars than Caitlin. Altogether, Alexa and Caitlin have 45 dollars. How much money does each young lady have?

Answer 1

Alexa has $27.50, Caitlin has $17.50

Explanation:

$45 Altogether

Alexa+ Caitlin=2

$45/2=$22.50

Alexa has $5 more dollars than Caitlin

$22.50-$5=$17.50

$22.50+$5=$27.50

Answer 2

Caitlyn has 20$ and Alexa has 25$