Reggie had 3 times as much money as Michael. After Michael's father gave Michael $31, the amount of money Reggie had become $3 less than that of Michael's. How much did Michael have in the end?
|
Michael |
Reggie |
Before |
1 u |
3 u |
Change |
+ $31 |
|
After |
1 u + $31 |
3 u |
The amount that Reggie had remains unchanged.
If Reggie had another $3, Michael and Reggie would have the same amount in the end.
3 u + 3 = 1 u + 31
3 u - 1 u = 31 - 3
2 u = 31 - 3
2 u = 28
1 u = 28 ÷ 2 = 14
Amount that Michael had in the end
= 1 u + 31
= 14 + 31
= $45
Answer(s): $45