Fred and Ian had $153 at first. Fred spent $75 while Ian spent $41 less than him. The amount Ian had left was
29 of the amount Fred had left. How much did Fred have at first?
| |
Fred |
Ian |
Total |
| Before |
2 u + 75 |
9 u + 34 |
153 |
| Change |
- 75 |
- 34 |
|
| After |
2 u |
9 u |
|
Amount that Ian had spent
= 75 - 41
= $34
Total amount that Fred and Ian had at first
= 2 u + 75 + 9 u + 34
= 11 u + 109
11 u + 109 = 153
11 u = 153 - 109
11 u = 44
1 u = 44 ÷ 11 = 4
Amount that Fred had at first
= 9 u + 75
= 9 x 4 + 75
= 36 + 75
= $111
Answer(s): $111
