Question

Tilly and Lilly worked together on a job. Tilly earned twice as much as Lilly, and together they earned $510. How much did each person earn? Use the 5D Process, showing all your work.

Answer 1

Lilly earns $170

Tilly earns $340

Explanation:

Given that

Tilly earned twice as much as Lilly

If Lilly's earning = x, then Tilly's earning = 2x

Total amount they both earned = $510

x + 2x = $510

3x = $510

3x / 3 = $510 /3

x = $170

Hence,

Lilly earns x = $170

Tilly earns, 2x = 2* 170 = $340