Charlie and Julian had $148 at first. Charlie spent $71 while Julian spent $42 less than him. The amount Julian had left was
35 of the amount Charlie had left. How much did Charlie have at first?
| |
Charlie |
Julian |
Total |
| Before |
3 u + 71 |
5 u + 29 |
148 |
| Change |
- 71 |
- 29 |
|
| After |
3 u |
5 u |
|
Amount that Julian had spent
= 71 - 42
= $29
Total amount that Charlie and Julian had at first
= 3 u + 71 + 5 u + 29
= 8 u + 100
8 u + 100 = 148
8 u = 148 - 100
8 u = 48
1 u = 48 ÷ 8 = 6
Amount that Charlie had at first
= 5 u + 71
= 5 x 6 + 71
= 30 + 71
= $101
Answer(s): $101
