Millie and Samantha begin saving money at the same time. Millie plans to save $3 a month, and Samantha plan saves $9 a month. After how many months will Samantha have $24 more than Millie?

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anonymous · Answer

Here's the setup:
Let M = Millie's money, S = Samantha's money, x = number of months.
M=3x, S=9x
S=24+M
Substitute and solve for x.

anonymous · Answer

So what is it?

turingtest · Answer

@lovejones2012 please don't just ask for direct answers. Engage with those who help you and make an effort to solve the problem yourself. The aim of this site is to teach.

anonymous · Answer

cliffsedge is it 27?

turingtest · Answer

it is not 27
could you please show your work so we can see where you need help?