SOLUTION: Connie Spent $3 less than twice what Brenda spent. Connie spent $81. How much did Brenda spend?

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Question 428460: Connie Spent $3 less than twice what Brenda spent. Connie spent $81. How much did Brenda spend?
Answer by rfer(12670) About Me  (Show Source):
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2x-3=81
2x=84
x=$42