Dylan had 4 times as much money as Archie. After Dylan had spent half of his money, he had $42 more than Archie. How much money did Dylan have at first?
| |
Dylan |
Archie |
| Before |
4 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 2 u |
|
| After |
2 u |
1 u |
Amount that Dylan had after he spent half of his money
= 4 u ÷ 2
= 2 u
Amount that Dylan had more than Archie in the end
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 42
Amount that Dylan had at first
= 4 u
= 4 x 42
= $168
Answer(s): $168
