Reggie and Dylan had $166 at first. Reggie spent $71 while Dylan spent $48 less than him. The amount Dylan had left was
45 of the amount Reggie had left. How much did Reggie have at first?
| |
Reggie |
Dylan |
Total |
| Before |
4 u + 71 |
5 u + 23 |
166 |
| Change |
- 71 |
- 23 |
|
| After |
4 u |
5 u |
|
Amount that Dylan had spent
= 71 - 48
= $23
Total amount that Reggie and Dylan had at first
= 4 u + 71 + 5 u + 23
= 9 u + 94
9 u + 94 = 166
9 u = 166 - 94
9 u = 72
1 u = 72 ÷ 9 = 8
Amount that Reggie had at first
= 5 u + 71
= 5 x 8 + 71
= 40 + 71
= $111
Answer(s): $111
