Jack had 4 times as much money as Oscar. After Jack had spent half of his money, he had $46 more than Oscar. How much money did Jack have at first?
| |
Jack |
Oscar |
| Before |
4 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 2 u |
|
| After |
2 u |
1 u |
Amount that Jack had after he spent half of his money
= 4 u ÷ 2
= 2 u
Amount that Jack had more than Oscar in the end
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 46
Amount that Jack had at first
= 4 u
= 4 x 46
= $184
Answer(s): $184
