Mr Hun had $746 more than Mr Choo at first. After Mr Choo had spent $310, Mr Hun had 4 times as much money as Mr Choo. Find the amount of money Mr Hun had at first.
| |
Mr Choo |
Mr Hun |
Comparing Mr Choo
and Mr Hun at first |
|
$746 more |
| Before |
1 u + $310 |
4 u |
| Change |
- $310 |
|
| After |
1 u |
4 u |
Mr Hun had $746 more than Mr Choo at first. If another $746 is given to Mr Choo at first, both will have the same amount at first.
4 u = 1 u + 310 + 746
4 u = 1 u + 1056
4 u - 1 u = 1056
3 u = 1056
1 u = 1056 ÷ 3 = 352
Amount that Mr Hun had at first
= 4 u
= 4 x 352
= $1408
Answer(s): $1408
