Question

Olivia and camille went clothes shopping . Camille spent 19.40 less than twice what olivia spent . In total , they spent $272.35 . Find the amount each girl spent

Answer 1

Answer:

Olivia spent $97.25

Camille spent $175.10

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the amount spent by:

Olivia be x dollars

Camille be 2x - $19.40 dollars

x + 2x - $19.40 = $272.35

3x = $272.35 + $19.40

3x = $291.75

x = $97.25