<h1>How much did all three pay together?Math puzzle</h1>

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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?


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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