Tony has twice as much money as Alicia. She has $16 less than Ralph. Together they have $200. How much money does each have?

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Tiggy

24 August, 10:26

Tony has twice as much money as Alicia. She has $16 less than Ralph. Together they have $200. How much money does each have?

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Marlie Hendrix · Answer 1

Let's make X Alicia's price.

200 = (2x) + (x) + (x+16)

200=4x+16

184=4x

46=X.

Now, since we know that Tony has twice as much, then his equation would be 2x, or $92.

We also know that Ralph has $16 more than her. So, x+16=62.

Ralph=$62, Tony=$96, and Alicia=$46.