SOLUTION: Elena has five times as much money as does Tori. Together they have $42.00. How much does each have?

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Question 247300: Elena has five times as much money as does Tori. Together they have $42.00. How much does each have?
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
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e=5t
e+t=42
substitute
5t+t=42
6t=42
t=7
e=35
check
7+35=42
ok