Mr Quek had $868 more than Mr Seow at first. After Mr Seow had spent $416, Mr Quek had 4 times as much money as Mr Seow. Find the amount of money Mr Quek had at first.
| |
Mr Seow |
Mr Quek |
Comparing Mr Seow
and Mr Quek at first |
|
$868 more |
| Before |
1 u + $416 |
4 u |
| Change |
- $416 |
|
| After |
1 u |
4 u |
Mr Quek had $868 more than Mr Seow at first. If another $868 is given to Mr Seow at first, both will have the same amount at first.
4 u = 1 u + 416 + 868
4 u = 1 u + 1284
4 u - 1 u = 1284
3 u = 1284
1 u = 1284 ÷ 3 = 428
Amount that Mr Quek had at first
= 4 u
= 4 x 428
= $1712
Answer(s): $1712
