Simon and Harry had $162 at first. Simon spent $66 while Harry spent $47 less than him. The amount Harry had left was
34 of the amount Simon had left. How much did Simon have at first?
|
Simon |
Harry |
Total |
Before |
3 u + 66 |
4 u + 19 |
162 |
Change |
- 66 |
- 19 |
|
After |
3 u |
4 u |
|
Amount that Harry had spent
= 66 - 47
= $19
Total amount that Simon and Harry had at first
= 3 u + 66 + 4 u + 19
= 7 u + 85
7 u + 85 = 162
7 u = 162 - 85
7 u = 77
1 u = 77 ÷ 7 = 11
Amount that Simon had at first
= 4 u + 66
= 4 x 11 + 66
= 44 + 66
= $110
Answer(s): $110