Caden had 3 times as much money as Glen. After Caden had spent one-third of his money, he had $49 more than Glen. How much money did Caden have at first?
| |
Caden |
Glen |
| Before |
3 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
2 u |
1 u |
Amount that Caden had after he spent one-third of his money
= 3 u ÷ 3
= 1 u
Amount that Caden had more than Glen in the end
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 49
Amount that Caden had at first
= 3 u
= 3 x 49
= $147
Answer(s): $147
