Question

Grandma Howard evenly split $288 among her 9 grandchildren. Three of the grandchildren want to combine their money to get something. How much do the 3 grandchildren have together?

Answer 1

$96

Explanation:

let x be 1 grandchild.

9x = $288

x = $288÷9

= $32

each grandchild will receive $32

3 grandchildren will receive $32×3 = $96