Ian and Fabian had $149 at first. Ian spent $62 while Fabian spent $24 less than him. The amount Fabian had left was
25 of the amount Ian had left. How much did Ian have at first?
| |
Ian |
Fabian |
Total |
| Before |
2 u + 62 |
5 u + 38 |
149 |
| Change |
- 62 |
- 38 |
|
| After |
2 u |
5 u |
|
Amount that Fabian had spent
= 62 - 24
= $38
Total amount that Ian and Fabian had at first
= 2 u + 62 + 5 u + 38
= 7 u + 100
7 u + 100 = 149
7 u = 149 - 100
7 u = 49
1 u = 49 ÷ 7 = 7
Amount that Ian had at first
= 5 u + 62
= 5 x 7 + 62
= 35 + 62
= $97
Answer(s): $97
