Will had 10 times as much money as Luke. After Will had spent half of his money, he had $36 more than Luke. How much money did Will have at first?
| |
Will |
Luke |
| Before |
10 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 5 u |
|
| After |
5 u |
1 u |
Amount that Will had after he spent half of his money
= 10 u ÷ 2
= 5 u
Amount that Will had more than Luke in the end
= 5 u - 1 u
= 4 u
4 u = 36
1 u = 36 ÷ 4 = 9
Amount that Will had at first
= 10 u
= 10 x 36
= $360
Answer(s): $360
