Mr Cheong had $809 more than Mr Yeo at first. After Mr Yeo had spent $379, Mr Cheong had 5 times as much money as Mr Yeo. Find the amount of money Mr Cheong had at first.
| |
Mr Yeo |
Mr Cheong |
Comparing Mr Yeo
and Mr Cheong at first |
|
$809 more |
| Before |
1 u + $379 |
5 u |
| Change |
- $379 |
|
| After |
1 u |
5 u |
Mr Cheong had $809 more than Mr Yeo at first. If another $809 is given to Mr Yeo at first, both will have the same amount at first.
5 u = 1 u + 379 + 809
5 u = 1 u + 1188
5 u - 1 u = 1188
4 u = 1188
1 u = 1188 ÷ 4 = 297
Amount that Mr Cheong had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 297
= $1485
Answer(s): $1485
