SOLUTION: Sally, Sandra, and Lynda chip in for a $200 coat for their mother. Sandra's share is one and a half times Sally's share and Lynda's share is $60. How much money did Sally contribut

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Question 852998: Sally, Sandra, and Lynda chip in for a $200 coat for their mother. Sandra's share is one and a half times Sally's share and Lynda's share is $60. How much money did Sally contribute toward the gift.
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
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a=1.5y
linda l=60
200=1.5y+60+y
140=2.5y
sally y=56
sandra 1.5y=84