Neave and John had $182 at first. Neave spent $57 while John spent $16 less than him. The amount John had left was
34 of the amount Neave had left. How much did Neave have at first?
| |
Neave |
John |
Total |
| Before |
3 u + 57 |
4 u + 41 |
182 |
| Change |
- 57 |
- 41 |
|
| After |
3 u |
4 u |
|
Amount that John had spent
= 57 - 16
= $41
Total amount that Neave and John had at first
= 3 u + 57 + 4 u + 41
= 7 u + 98
7 u + 98 = 182
7 u = 182 - 98
7 u = 84
1 u = 84 ÷ 7 = 12
Amount that Neave had at first
= 4 u + 57
= 4 x 12 + 57
= 48 + 57
= $105
Answer(s): $105
