George and Jeremy had $108 at first. George spent $35 while Jeremy spent $25 less than him. The amount Jeremy had left was
27 of the amount George had left. How much did George have at first?
| |
George |
Jeremy |
Total |
| Before |
2 u + 35 |
7 u + 10 |
108 |
| Change |
- 35 |
- 10 |
|
| After |
2 u |
7 u |
|
Amount that Jeremy had spent
= 35 - 25
= $10
Total amount that George and Jeremy had at first
= 2 u + 35 + 7 u + 10
= 9 u + 45
9 u + 45 = 108
9 u = 108 - 45
9 u = 63
1 u = 63 ÷ 9 = 7
Amount that George had at first
= 7 u + 35
= 7 x 7 + 35
= 49 + 35
= $84
Answer(s): $84
