Question

Ellie spent $18 on school supplies. This was 36 of the total amount of money Ellie earned for the week. Which algebraic equation can be used to solve for the total amount of money Ellie earned in a week?

A. w - 3/6 = 18
B. 18 = 3/6w
C. 18 = 3/6 + w
D. 18w = 3/6

Answer 1

Hey mate,

First of all I think you are talking about 3/6

So,

Let w be her total earning,

then ATQ,

3/6w = 18

should be the correct expression to find the total amount!

hope this helps you out!