Daniel had 4 times as much money as Mark. After Daniel had spent half of his money, he had $49 more than Mark. How much money did Daniel have at first?
| |
Daniel |
Mark |
| Before |
4 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 2 u |
|
| After |
2 u |
1 u |
Amount that Daniel had after he spent half of his money
= 4 u ÷ 2
= 2 u
Amount that Daniel had more than Mark in the end
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 49
Amount that Daniel had at first
= 4 u
= 4 x 49
= $196
Answer(s): $196
