Mr Loh had $973 more than Mr Chua at first. After Mr Chua had spent $341, Mr Loh had 4 times as much money as Mr Chua. Find the amount of money Mr Loh had at first.
| |
Mr Chua |
Mr Loh |
Comparing Mr Chua
and Mr Loh at first |
|
$973 more |
| Before |
1 u + $341 |
4 u |
| Change |
- $341 |
|
| After |
1 u |
4 u |
Mr Loh had $973 more than Mr Chua at first. If another $973 is given to Mr Chua at first, both will have the same amount at first.
4 u = 1 u + 341 + 973
4 u = 1 u + 1314
4 u - 1 u = 1314
3 u = 1314
1 u = 1314 ÷ 3 = 438
Amount that Mr Loh had at first
= 4 u
= 4 x 438
= $1752
Answer(s): $1752
