Mr Lin had $985 more than Mr Chua at first. After Mr Chua had spent $351, Mr Lin had 5 times as much money as Mr Chua. Find the amount of money Mr Lin had at first.
| |
Mr Chua |
Mr Lin |
Comparing Mr Chua
and Mr Lin at first |
|
$985 more |
| Before |
1 u + $351 |
5 u |
| Change |
- $351 |
|
| After |
1 u |
5 u |
Mr Lin had $985 more than Mr Chua at first. If another $985 is given to Mr Chua at first, both will have the same amount at first.
5 u = 1 u + 351 + 985
5 u = 1 u + 1336
5 u - 1 u = 1336
4 u = 1336
1 u = 1336 ÷ 4 = 334
Amount that Mr Lin had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 334
= $1670
Answer(s): $1670
