Warren and Ryan had $111 at first. Warren spent $45 while Ryan spent $39 less than him. The amount Ryan had left was
411 of the amount Warren had left. How much did Warren have at first?
| |
Warren |
Ryan |
Total |
| Before |
4 u + 45 |
11 u + 6 |
111 |
| Change |
- 45 |
- 6 |
|
| After |
4 u |
11 u |
|
Amount that Ryan had spent
= 45 - 39
= $6
Total amount that Warren and Ryan had at first
= 4 u + 45 + 11 u + 6
= 15 u + 51
15 u + 51 = 111
15 u = 111 - 51
15 u = 60
1 u = 60 ÷ 15 = 4
Amount that Warren had at first
= 11 u + 45
= 11 x 4 + 45
= 44 + 45
= $89
Answer(s): $89
