Jade and Hilda had $24 at first. Jade spent
58 of her money and Hilda spent
34 of her money. Given that they had $34 left, how much did Jade have at first?
|
Jade |
Hilda |
Total |
Before |
8 u |
4 p |
$24 |
Change |
- 5 u |
- 3 p |
|
After |
3 u |
1 p |
$34 |
8 u + 4 p = 24 --- (1)
3 u + 1 p = 34 --- (2)
(2) x 4 12 u + 4 p = 136 --- (3)
(3) - (1)
12 u - 8 u = 136 - 24
4 u = 112
1 u = 112 ÷ 4 = 28
Amount that Jade had at first
= 8 u
= 8 x 28
= $224
Answer(s): $224