Sharon and Tim each opene a savings account on the same day. Sharon started by putting $15 in her account, and she will deposit an additional $7 each week. Tim made an initial deposit of $35, and he will add $3 more each week. Eventually, Sharon and Tim will each have the same amount saved. What is that amount?

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$50

$15 + $35 (5 weeks) = $50
$35 + $15 (5 weeks) = $50

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

Sharon y = 7x + 15

Tim  y = 3x + 35

7x + 15 = 3x + 35

4x + 15 = 35

4x = 20

x = 5 weeks

Sharon: 7(5) + 15 = 35 + 15 = $50

Tim: 3(5) + 35 = 15 + 35 = $50

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