Julian and Fred had $127 at first. Julian spent $28 while Fred spent $13 less than him. The amount Fred had left was
311 of the amount Julian had left. How much did Julian have at first?
| |
Julian |
Fred |
Total |
| Before |
3 u + 28 |
11 u + 15 |
127 |
| Change |
- 28 |
- 15 |
|
| After |
3 u |
11 u |
|
Amount that Fred had spent
= 28 - 13
= $15
Total amount that Julian and Fred had at first
= 3 u + 28 + 11 u + 15
= 14 u + 43
14 u + 43 = 127
14 u = 127 - 43
14 u = 84
1 u = 84 ÷ 14 = 6
Amount that Julian had at first
= 11 u + 28
= 11 x 6 + 28
= 66 + 28
= $94
Answer(s): $94
