Mr Chye had $859 more than Mr Hun at first. After Mr Hun had spent $453, Mr Chye had 5 times as much money as Mr Hun. Find the amount of money Mr Chye had at first.
| |
Mr Hun |
Mr Chye |
Comparing Mr Hun
and Mr Chye at first |
|
$859 more |
| Before |
1 u + $453 |
5 u |
| Change |
- $453 |
|
| After |
1 u |
5 u |
Mr Chye had $859 more than Mr Hun at first. If another $859 is given to Mr Hun at first, both will have the same amount at first.
5 u = 1 u + 453 + 859
5 u = 1 u + 1312
5 u - 1 u = 1312
4 u = 1312
1 u = 1312 ÷ 4 = 328
Amount that Mr Chye had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 328
= $1640
Answer(s): $1640
