Mr Lee had $910 more than Mr Hun at first. After Mr Hun had spent $344, Mr Lee had 3 times as much money as Mr Hun. Find the amount of money Mr Lee had at first.
| |
Mr Hun |
Mr Lee |
Comparing Mr Hun
and Mr Lee at first |
|
$910 more |
| Before |
1 u + $344 |
3 u |
| Change |
- $344 |
|
| After |
1 u |
3 u |
Mr Lee had $910 more than Mr Hun at first. If another $910 is given to Mr Hun at first, both will have the same amount at first.
3 u = 1 u + 344 + 910
3 u = 1 u + 1254
3 u - 1 u = 1254
2 u = 1254
1 u = 1254 ÷ 2 = 627
Amount that Mr Lee had at first
= 3 u
= 3 x 627
= $1881
Answer(s): $1881
