Riordan and Nick had $176 at first. Riordan spent $58 while Nick spent $28 less than him. The amount Nick had left was
29 of the amount Riordan had left. How much did Riordan have at first?
| |
Riordan |
Nick |
Total |
| Before |
2 u + 58 |
9 u + 30 |
176 |
| Change |
- 58 |
- 30 |
|
| After |
2 u |
9 u |
|
Amount that Nick had spent
= 58 - 28
= $30
Total amount that Riordan and Nick had at first
= 2 u + 58 + 9 u + 30
= 11 u + 88
11 u + 88 = 176
11 u = 176 - 88
11 u = 88
1 u = 88 ÷ 11 = 8
Amount that Riordan had at first
= 9 u + 58
= 9 x 8 + 58
= 72 + 58
= $130
Answer(s): $130
