Brain teasers and puzzles for teens
A math puzzle in number theory
Valentina, Jack and Gabriella ate together in a restaurant.
Gabriela's meal costs 50% more than Jack's meal.
Valentina's meal costs 5/6 of Gabriela's meal.
Valentina paid $ 2 more than Jack.
How much did all three pay together?
Practice percentages and number theory
Can you solve this math puzzle?
Below you can find the solution and answer
If G the money given by Gabriela
If V the money given by valentina
If J the money given by Jack
G=J + 50% J=1,5J
V=5/6G
V=2+J
J=8
G=12
V=10
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