Zane and Jenson had $166 at first. Zane spent $52 while Jenson spent $43 less than him. The amount Jenson had left was
34 of the amount Zane had left. How much did Zane have at first?
| |
Zane |
Jenson |
Total |
| Before |
3 u + 52 |
4 u + 9 |
166 |
| Change |
- 52 |
- 9 |
|
| After |
3 u |
4 u |
|
Amount that Jenson had spent
= 52 - 43
= $9
Total amount that Zane and Jenson had at first
= 3 u + 52 + 4 u + 9
= 7 u + 61
7 u + 61 = 166
7 u = 166 - 61
7 u = 105
1 u = 105 ÷ 7 = 15
Amount that Zane had at first
= 4 u + 52
= 4 x 15 + 52
= 60 + 52
= $112
Answer(s): $112
