Mr Chew had $902 more than Mr Loh at first. After Mr Loh had spent $414, Mr Chew had 3 times as much money as Mr Loh. Find the amount of money Mr Chew had at first.
| |
Mr Loh |
Mr Chew |
Comparing Mr Loh
and Mr Chew at first |
|
$902 more |
| Before |
1 u + $414 |
3 u |
| Change |
- $414 |
|
| After |
1 u |
3 u |
Mr Chew had $902 more than Mr Loh at first. If another $902 is given to Mr Loh at first, both will have the same amount at first.
3 u = 1 u + 414 + 902
3 u = 1 u + 1316
3 u - 1 u = 1316
2 u = 1316
1 u = 1316 ÷ 2 = 658
Amount that Mr Chew had at first
= 3 u
= 3 x 658
= $1974
Answer(s): $1974
