Bobby and Xavier had $184 at first. Bobby spent $55 while Xavier spent $41 less than him. The amount Xavier had left was
23 of the amount Bobby had left. How much did Bobby have at first?
| |
Bobby |
Xavier |
Total |
| Before |
2 u + 55 |
3 u + 14 |
184 |
| Change |
- 55 |
- 14 |
|
| After |
2 u |
3 u |
|
Amount that Xavier had spent
= 55 - 41
= $14
Total amount that Bobby and Xavier had at first
= 2 u + 55 + 3 u + 14
= 5 u + 69
5 u + 69 = 184
5 u = 184 - 69
5 u = 115
1 u = 115 ÷ 5 = 23
Amount that Bobby had at first
= 3 u + 55
= 3 x 23 + 55
= 69 + 55
= $124
Answer(s): $124
