Paul and Ahmad had $199 at first. Paul spent $44 while Ahmad spent $42 less than him. The amount Ahmad had left was
45 of the amount Paul had left. How much did Paul have at first?
| |
Paul |
Ahmad |
Total |
| Before |
4 u + 44 |
5 u + 2 |
199 |
| Change |
- 44 |
- 2 |
|
| After |
4 u |
5 u |
|
Amount that Ahmad had spent
= 44 - 42
= $2
Total amount that Paul and Ahmad had at first
= 4 u + 44 + 5 u + 2
= 9 u + 46
9 u + 46 = 199
9 u = 199 - 46
9 u = 153
1 u = 153 ÷ 9 = 17
Amount that Paul had at first
= 5 u + 44
= 5 x 17 + 44
= 85 + 44
= $129
Answer(s): $129
