Mr Neo had $865 more than Mr Lee at first. After Mr Lee had spent $365, Mr Neo had 3 times as much money as Mr Lee. Find the amount of money Mr Neo had at first.
| |
Mr Lee |
Mr Neo |
Comparing Mr Lee
and Mr Neo at first |
|
$865 more |
| Before |
1 u + $365 |
3 u |
| Change |
- $365 |
|
| After |
1 u |
3 u |
Mr Neo had $865 more than Mr Lee at first. If another $865 is given to Mr Lee at first, both will have the same amount at first.
3 u = 1 u + 365 + 865
3 u = 1 u + 1230
3 u - 1 u = 1230
2 u = 1230
1 u = 1230 ÷ 2 = 615
Amount that Mr Neo had at first
= 3 u
= 3 x 615
= $1845
Answer(s): $1845
