Question 1116714
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Alice has saved £10 more than Becky. Becky has saved £3 more than Charlie. Altogether Alice, Becky and Charlie has saved £26.50

How much has Alice save?
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Alice    + Becky + Charlie = 26.50

(B + 10) + B     + (B-3)   = 26.50


3B + 7 = 26.50  ====>  3B = 26.50-7 = 19.50  ====>  B = {{{19.50/3}}} = 6.50.


<U>Answer</U>.  Becky saved  £6.50,   Alice saved  £16.50,  Charlie saved  £3.50.


<U>Check</U>.   6.50 + 16.50 + 3.50 = 26.50.   ! Correct !
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