Mr Sher had $777 more than Mr Ng at first. After Mr Ng had spent $323, Mr Sher had 5 times as much money as Mr Ng. Find the amount of money Mr Sher had at first.
| |
Mr Ng |
Mr Sher |
Comparing Mr Ng
and Mr Sher at first |
|
$777 more |
| Before |
1 u + $323 |
5 u |
| Change |
- $323 |
|
| After |
1 u |
5 u |
Mr Sher had $777 more than Mr Ng at first. If another $777 is given to Mr Ng at first, both will have the same amount at first.
5 u = 1 u + 323 + 777
5 u = 1 u + 1100
5 u - 1 u = 1100
4 u = 1100
1 u = 1100 ÷ 4 = 275
Amount that Mr Sher had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 275
= $1375
Answer(s): $1375
