2) Mr Lim gave 3600 to his wife and two children altogether. His wife received 500 more than his son. His son received twice as much as his daughter. How much did Mr Lim's wife received? (W.Bk 5A : pg 28 #6)

2) Mr Lim gave 3600 to his wife and two children altogether. His wife received 500 more than his son. His son received twice as much as his daughter. How much did Mr Lim’s wife received? (W.Bk 5A : pg 28 #6)

Answer: $1,700

Explanation: To solve this problem, we use algebraic equations to represent the relationships between the amounts received by Mr. Lim’s wife, son, and daughter. We set up equations based on the given conditions and solve for the unknowns.

Steps:

  1. Define Variables:
  • Let \( x \) be the amount the daughter received.
  • Then the son received \( 2x \) (twice as much as the daughter).
  • The wife received \( 2x + 500 \) (since she received $500 more than the son).
  1. Set Up the Equation:
  • The total amount given is $3,600.

\[ x + 2x + (2x + 500) = 3600 \]

  1. Simplify and Solve the Equation:

\[ x + 2x + 2x + 500 = 3600 \]

\[ 5x + 500 = 3600 \]

\[ 5x = 3600 - 500 \]

\[ 5x = 3100 \]

\[ x = \frac{3100}{5} = 620 \]

  1. Calculate the Amounts:
  • Daughter: \( x = 620 \)
  • Son: \( 2x = 1240 \)
  • Wife: \( 2x + 500 = 1240 + 500 = 1740 \)
  1. Verify the Total:
  • Total = \( 620 + 1240 + 1740 = 3600 \)

Thus, Mr. Lim’s wife received $1,740.

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