Mr Choo had $828 more than Mr Toh at first. After Mr Toh had spent $464, Mr Choo had 5 times as much money as Mr Toh. Find the amount of money Mr Choo had at first.
| |
Mr Toh |
Mr Choo |
Comparing Mr Toh
and Mr Choo at first |
|
$828 more |
| Before |
1 u + $464 |
5 u |
| Change |
- $464 |
|
| After |
1 u |
5 u |
Mr Choo had $828 more than Mr Toh at first. If another $828 is given to Mr Toh at first, both will have the same amount at first.
5 u = 1 u + 464 + 828
5 u = 1 u + 1292
5 u - 1 u = 1292
4 u = 1292
1 u = 1292 ÷ 4 = 323
Amount that Mr Choo had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 323
= $1615
Answer(s): $1615
