Neave and Albert had $114 at first. Neave spent $63 while Albert spent $25 less than him. The amount Albert had left was
211 of the amount Neave had left. How much did Neave have at first?
| |
Neave |
Albert |
Total |
| Before |
2 u + 63 |
11 u + 38 |
114 |
| Change |
- 63 |
- 38 |
|
| After |
2 u |
11 u |
|
Amount that Albert had spent
= 63 - 25
= $38
Total amount that Neave and Albert had at first
= 2 u + 63 + 11 u + 38
= 13 u + 101
13 u + 101 = 114
13 u = 114 - 101
13 u = 13
1 u = 13 ÷ 13 = 1
Amount that Neave had at first
= 11 u + 63
= 11 x 1 + 63
= 11 + 63
= $74
Answer(s): $74
