Daniel had 3 times as much money as Michael. After Michael's father gave Michael $29, the amount of money Daniel had become $3 less than that of Michael's. How much did Michael have in the end?
| |
Michael |
Daniel |
| Before |
1 u |
3 u |
| Change |
+ $29 |
|
| After |
1 u + $29 |
3 u |
The amount that Daniel had remains unchanged.
If Daniel had another $3, Michael and Daniel would have the same amount in the end.
3 u + 3 = 1 u + 29
3 u - 1 u = 29 - 3
2 u = 29 - 3
2 u = 26
1 u = 26 ÷ 2 = 13
Amount that Michael had in the end
= 1 u + 29
= 13 + 29
= $42
Answer(s): $42
