Mr Ong had $847 more than Mr Seow at first. After Mr Seow had spent $361, Mr Ong had 5 times as much money as Mr Seow. Find the amount of money Mr Ong had at first.
| |
Mr Seow |
Mr Ong |
Comparing Mr Seow
and Mr Ong at first |
|
$847 more |
| Before |
1 u + $361 |
5 u |
| Change |
- $361 |
|
| After |
1 u |
5 u |
Mr Ong had $847 more than Mr Seow at first. If another $847 is given to Mr Seow at first, both will have the same amount at first.
5 u = 1 u + 361 + 847
5 u = 1 u + 1208
5 u - 1 u = 1208
4 u = 1208
1 u = 1208 ÷ 4 = 302
Amount that Mr Ong had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 302
= $1510
Answer(s): $1510
