Michael and Owen had $120 at first. Michael spent $44 while Owen spent $28 less than him. The amount Owen had left was
37 of the amount Michael had left. How much did Michael have at first?
| |
Michael |
Owen |
Total |
| Before |
3 u + 44 |
7 u + 16 |
120 |
| Change |
- 44 |
- 16 |
|
| After |
3 u |
7 u |
|
Amount that Owen had spent
= 44 - 28
= $16
Total amount that Michael and Owen had at first
= 3 u + 44 + 7 u + 16
= 10 u + 60
10 u + 60 = 120
10 u = 120 - 60
10 u = 60
1 u = 60 ÷ 10 = 6
Amount that Michael had at first
= 7 u + 44
= 7 x 6 + 44
= 42 + 44
= $86
Answer(s): $86
