Let’s solve this step by step.
We have four symbols:
- Let’s call the
coin symbol = C
- The
sunglasses + mustache symbol = S
- The
lemon slice symbol = L
- The
diamond symbol = D
Now, let’s write down the equations from the puzzle:
1. C + S + C = 240 → That’s 2C + S = 240
2. 270 = L + L + D → That’s 2L + D = 270
3. D = L
4. D - 50 = S
5. Final question: C + S × L + D = ?
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Start with equation 3: D = L
That means wherever we see D, we can replace it with L (and vice versa).
Plug that into equation 2:
2L + D = 270 → but D = L, so:
2L + L = 270 → 3L = 270 → L = 90
So now we know:
→ L = 90
→ D = L = 90
Now use equation 4: D - 50 = S
D is 90, so:
90 - 50 = S → S = 40
Now go to equation 1: 2C + S = 240
We know S = 40, so:
2C + 40 = 240
Subtract 40 from both sides:
2C = 200
Divide by 2:
C = 100
Now we have all values:
- C = 100
- S = 40
- L = 90
- D = 90
Now solve the final expression:
C + S × L + D
Remember order of operations: multiplication first!
So:
S × L = 40 × 90 = 3600
Then add the rest:
C + 3600 + D = 100 + 3600 + 90 = 3790
Wait — let me double-check that addition:
100 + 3600 = 3700
3700 + 90 = 3790
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Also check if all earlier steps are correct:
Equation 1: 2C + S = 2×100 + 40 = 240
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Equation 2: 2L + D = 2×90 + 90 = 270
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Equation 3: D = L → 90 = 90
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Equation 4: D - 50 = 90 - 50 = 40 = S
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All checks out.
Final Answer:
3790
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of math puzzle worksheet.