Simon and Jeremy had $157 at first. Simon spent $55 while Jeremy spent $13 less than him. The amount Jeremy had left was
37 of the amount Simon had left. How much did Simon have at first?
| |
Simon |
Jeremy |
Total |
| Before |
3 u + 55 |
7 u + 42 |
157 |
| Change |
- 55 |
- 42 |
|
| After |
3 u |
7 u |
|
Amount that Jeremy had spent
= 55 - 13
= $42
Total amount that Simon and Jeremy had at first
= 3 u + 55 + 7 u + 42
= 10 u + 97
10 u + 97 = 157
10 u = 157 - 97
10 u = 60
1 u = 60 ÷ 10 = 6
Amount that Simon had at first
= 7 u + 55
= 7 x 6 + 55
= 42 + 55
= $97
Answer(s): $97
