Andy and Archie had $181 at first. Andy spent $53 while Archie spent $44 less than him. The amount Archie had left was
25 of the amount Andy had left. How much did Andy have at first?
| |
Andy |
Archie |
Total |
| Before |
2 u + 53 |
5 u + 9 |
181 |
| Change |
- 53 |
- 9 |
|
| After |
2 u |
5 u |
|
Amount that Archie had spent
= 53 - 44
= $9
Total amount that Andy and Archie had at first
= 2 u + 53 + 5 u + 9
= 7 u + 62
7 u + 62 = 181
7 u = 181 - 62
7 u = 119
1 u = 119 ÷ 7 = 17
Amount that Andy had at first
= 5 u + 53
= 5 x 17 + 53
= 85 + 53
= $138
Answer(s): $138
